SQL Server Error Code – 8684 a query plan could not be found because

In this blog post, you’ll learn more about the SQL Server Error Code 8684 and the error message description that is shown

SQL Server Error Code

8684

SQL Server Error Description for the Code :8684

A query plan could not be found because optimizer exceeded number of allowed operations while searching for plan specified in USE PLAN hint. First consider removing USE PLAN hint. Then if necessary consider (1) updating statistics, (2) using other hints such as join hints, index hints, or the OPTIMIZE FOR hint, (3) rewriting query or breaking it down into two or more separate queries.