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22012
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PostgreSQL · Database Server
PostgreSQL SQLSTATE 22012 (division_by_zero) indicates division by zero during input value parsing and casting.
Quick Answer
Error code 22012 on your PostgreSQL Database Server means: PostgreSQL SQLSTATE 22012 (division_by_zero) indicates division by zero during input value parsing and casting.. This is usually fixable — see the step-by-step guide below.
Affected Models
Likely Causes
  1. The current statement triggered division_by_zero, which PostgreSQL classifies as SQLSTATE 22012.
  2. Application SQL, parameter values, or transaction state are incompatible with PostgreSQL rules for division by zero.
  3. Environment differences (schema, permissions, or runtime settings) exposed this 22012 condition in production flow.
How to Fix It
1
Capture full query text, bind values, and transaction context for SQLSTATE 22012.
2
Reproduce division_by_zero in staging with the same schema version and connection settings.
3
Inspect pg logs and execution plan details to isolate the exact failing clause or object.
4
Apply a targeted fix (query rewrite, schema migration, or transaction-order change) for division by zero.
5
Deploy and verify SQLSTATE 22012 no longer appears in error telemetry.
Pro Tip
This is a common issue that most users can resolve without specialized tools. Try the first step before moving on to more complex solutions.
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