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Aug 15, 2026 · Databases

MySQL Deadlock Diagnosis: Uncovering the Real Culprit via SHOW ENGINE INNODB STATUS

The article walks through a real‑world MySQL deadlock incident, shows how to extract the LATEST DETECTED DEADLOCK section from SHOW ENGINE INNODB STATUS, explains gap and next‑key locks, and presents a three‑step method plus practical fixes to eliminate the deadlock.