SQL timeout error (80044151) when importing or exporting a Microsoft Dynamics 365 solution

This article provides a resolution for the issue that you may receive an error code 80044151 when trying to import or export a Microsoft Dynamics 365 solution

Applies to:   Microsoft Dynamics 365
Original KB number:   4456774

Symptoms

When you try to export or import a solution, the operation fails with error code 80044151.

Cause

Error code 80044151 indicates a SQL timeout exception.

Resolution

You can try performing the operation again. If the error persists, contact Microsoft Support.