Description:
I encountered an unexpected error while using MySQL Workbench. Upon launching the application, a pop-up message appeared stating:
"MySQL Workbench has encountered a problem. Parameter is not valid."
This error prevents me from proceeding further with my work. The issue persists even after restarting MySQL Workbench and my system.
Steps to Reproduce the Issue:
Open MySQL Workbench.
Attempt to connect to an existing MySQL instance.
The error message appears, blocking further interaction with the application.
System Information:
Operating System: Windows 11
MySQL Workbench Version: (Provide the version you are using)
MySQL Server Version: (If applicable, mention your MySQL server version)
Troubleshooting Steps Taken:
✔ Restarted MySQL Workbench.
✔ Ran MySQL Workbench as Administrator.
✔ Restarted the MySQL Service.
✔ Cleared MySQL Workbench Cache (AppData\Roaming\MySQL\Workbench).
✔ Checked for MySQL Workbench updates.
✔ Reinstalled MySQL Workbench (issue persists).
How to repeat:
Expected Behavior:
MySQL Workbench should open and allow me to interact with my database connections without errors.
Actual Behavior:
The application displays the "Parameter is not valid." error and prevents further usage.
Additional Notes:
No recent changes were made to my MySQL installation.
The issue started appearing suddenly without any modifications to system settings.
Suggested fix:
Restarted MySQL Workbench.
✔ Ran MySQL Workbench as Administrator.
✔ Restarted the MySQL Service.
✔ Cleared MySQL Workbench Cache (AppData\Roaming\MySQL\Workbench).
✔ Checked for MySQL Workbench updates.
✔ Reinstalled MySQL Workbench (issue persists).
