v.21.1Improvements
Better Exception Message for users.xml Loading Error Due to Bad Password Hash
Better exception message when users.xml cannot be loaded due to bad password hash. This closes #24126. #31557 (Vitaly Baranov).Why it matters
This feature enhances the error reporting when theusers.xml file cannot be loaded because of a bad password hash. It helps users quickly identify authentication configuration issues and reduces troubleshooting time.How to use it
No user action is required to enable this feature. When a password hash inusers.xml is incorrect, ClickHouse will display a clearer and more informative exception message during startup or user configuration reload.