Inconsistent migration history Django

Why This Happens

In Django, the migration history in the database doesn't match the migration files. This is one of the most common Django errors developers encounter. Understanding the root cause helps you fix it quickly and prevent it from recurring.

The Problem

python manage.py migrate

The Fix

python manage.py migrate --fake app_name 0001
python manage.py migrate

Step-by-Step Fix

1. 1

   Identify the error

   Look at the error message: InconsistentMigrationHistory. This tells you exactly what went wrong.

2. 2

   Find the cause

   Check the stack trace to find which line of your Django code triggered this error.

3. 3

   Apply the fix

   Use the corrected code pattern shown above. Test to confirm the error is resolved.