[Solved] Why might a DynamoDB query fail even if the syntax is correct? — Ans: The query requests more data than the provisioned throughput allows | AWS

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Why might a DynamoDB query fail even if the syntax is correct?

AThe query requests more data than the provisioned throughput allows

BThe query uses the correct partition key and sort key

CThe table exists and is active

DThe query uses a valid filter expression

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand throughput limits in DynamoDB
Queries can fail if they exceed the provisioned read or write capacity, causing throttling errors.
Step 2: Review other options
Options A, B, and C describe correct conditions that do not cause query failure.
Final Answer:
The query requests more data than the provisioned throughput allows -> Option A
Quick Check:
Throughput limits cause failure = D [OK]

Quick Trick: Check capacity limits if queries fail despite correct syntax [OK]

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