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I’m encountering issues with timeout settings when using PostgreSQL through an ODBC connection with psqlODBC. I want to adjust the statement timeout for queries made via this ODBC connection. Can someone explain how to configure the statement timeout properly or any alternatives to achieve this?

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I’ve been running into some frustrating issues lately with PostgreSQL when using an ODBC connection via psqlODBC. It seems like every time I run a query that takes a bit too long, I get hit with a timeout error. It’s really annoying because some of the queries are complex and naturally take time to execute, especially as my database grows.

I’ve done a little digging and found out that PostgreSQL has this thing called “statement timeout,” which basically sets how long a query can run before the database throws a timeout error. It seems like the default setting is pretty short, which might be fine for simple queries, but it really doesn’t cut it for what I’m working with.

Here’s where I need some help. I’m using an ODBC connection, and it’s not super clear to me how to adjust the statement timeout specifically for queries that come through this connection. I read that you can set it in the PostgreSQL config, but that seems like it would change it for all connections, and I don’t want to do that. I really just want it to apply to the queries I’m making via ODBC.

Has anyone dealt with this before? How can I configure the statement timeout so that it only affects the queries made through psqlODBC? Do I need to send a specific command after the connection is established, or is there a setting I can change in the ODBC configuration itself?

Also, if there are any alternatives to tweaking the statement timeout that people have found effective, I’d love to hear about that too. I’m open to trying different approaches if it means I can avoid these annoying timeout errors. I really appreciate any tips or insights you all can share! Thanks!

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    1. anonymous user

      It sounds like you’re having a tough time with those timeout errors in PostgreSQL when using psqlODBC. I get it; those can be really frustrating, especially with larger queries!

      So, about the statement timeout—you’re right! By default, it can be pretty short, and you’re not alone in wanting to adjust it for specific connections without messing with the whole database.

      Here’s a simple way to set the statement timeout for just your ODBC connection:

      SET statement_timeout TO '5min';

      What you can do is run that command right after you establish your ODBC connection. This way, it only affects the queries from that session and won’t change it for others. You could just send that command right after connecting in your application, and that should do the trick!

      If you’re not sure how to do that, you might look for a place in your application’s code where you handle connections and add that line there.

      Oh, and if you want to change the ODBC settings, there might be a way depending on which interface you’re using, but usually, setting the timeout in the connection string works best, like this:

      Schema=mydb;StatementTimeout=300000;... (other params)

      Just replace that 300000 with your preferred timeout in milliseconds.

      If all else fails, consider optimizing your complex queries too! Adding indexes or breaking them down into smaller parts could help reduce execution time.

      Good luck, and hang in there! Hope that helps!

    2. anonymous user

      To address the timeout issues you’re encountering with PostgreSQL via psqlODBC, you can set the statement timeout for your specific ODBC connection without altering the global PostgreSQL configuration. After establishing your ODBC connection, you can execute a SQL command to set the statement timeout for the duration of the session. Use the command SET statement_timeout = '5min'; (or another duration appropriate for your needs) right after your connection is established. This will ensure that the timeout only affects the current session and not any other connections to the database. You can place this command in your application logic immediately following your connection logic to ensure that it takes effect for all subsequent queries you run over that connection.

      If you prefer alternatives to managing statement timeouts, consider optimizing your database queries or analyzing your indexes. Complex queries may benefit from better optimization strategies, such as breaking them down into smaller, more manageable parts, or using indexes to speed up query execution. Additionally, check if your queries can be run asynchronously to mitigate the impact of running long queries. Tools, such as query analyzers and performance monitoring extensions in PostgreSQL, can also help identify bottlenecks. By using the EXPLAIN command on your queries, you can gain insights into how the database processes them and make informed adjustments for better performance.

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