@Marvin the

flow_run_state

table in the database writes the state of a flow_run at a fixed interval. How can i lengthen this interval so that state is not written as often!!

To help you adjust the interval at which the

flow_run_state

is recorded in Prefect, I need to identify your Prefect version, as configuration and functionalities can differ significantly between versions 2.x and 3.x. Could you please confirm whether you are using Prefect 2.x or 3.x?

@Marvin the prefect version is 2.19.3

In Prefect 2.19.3, altering the interval at which flow run states are written to the database is not a straightforward configuration setting typically exposed to users. However, you may be able to manage logging or modify some behavior indirectly through Prefect configurations or by managing logging verbosity. Here’s what you can try: 1. Logging Configuration: Consider adjusting the logging settings to reduce verbose logging if that's a contributing factor to frequent write operations. Prefect allows users to customize logging levels, which might help control the frequency and detail of logs that contribute to the database writes. 2. Server Configuration: For more advanced control, consider looking into Prefect server settings or configurations that might allow you to influence flow run state recording. This, however, may need custom changes or in-depth tweaks to the Prefect server setup. 3. Database Optimization: Sometimes, optimizing the database or archival of data can reduce the impact of frequent write operations. 4. Community and Issues Insights: The GitHub issues related to Prefect hint at challenges with logging and task completion recordings. Exploring these can sometimes provide patches or insights from the community for optimizing similar problems. You can check the following resources for more details or potential guidance: - Prefect GitHub Issues: Look for issues related to logging or database writes in your version. - Prefect Documentation: Browse or search for logging and server configurations. If frequent state writes are causing significant issues, consider reaching out to the Prefect community or support channels for potential custom solutions or to request features that might expose this setting in future releases.