This topic describes the error messages that are related to the Compare Data tool.
| Error Message | Description or Cause | Resolution |
|---|---|---|
| A shared task cannot have a local transfer list | A shared task must associate a shared transfer list. | Make sure the shared radio button is checked for the transfer list. |
| Build Query failed | Build customized query by OpenESQL failed. | Make sure the source database connection is still open. |
| Command file is invalid or was not found | The file does not exist in the specified folder; or the file contains syntax errors. | Make sure the file exists and has correct syntax in its content. |
| Compare list file is empty | Compare list file has no meaningful content. | Add the desired content to the file. |
| Connection failed | Connection to either source database or destination database failed. | Make sure the user ID and password are correct. |