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MDS Excel Add-in: Data Loading Beyond Table Range in Specific Entity

Description: We are experiencing an issue with the MDS Add-in for Excel where data from a specific entity is not loading correctly for one of our users. Environment: SQL Server 2016 with Master Data Services MDS Add-in for Excel Entity contains…

SQL Server | Other
asked 2025-11-12T13:00:18.21+00:00
Ronald Kraijesteijn 15 Reputation points
commented 2026-01-23T05:26:13.8966667+00:00
Akhil Gajavelly 1,130 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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I just cant find a fix to this error.

I tried to fix this using different methods but none of it worked https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/2337222/unable-to-install-sql-server-exit-code-(decimal)-2 …

SQL Server Database Engine
asked 2025-11-12T15:12:24.24+00:00
Ometh Dasanayake 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-01-23T05:22:49.6333333+00:00
Akhil Gajavelly 1,130 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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Problem Installing SSIS and SSAS in Management Studio

When installing SSIS or SSAS using SQL Server Installation Center It says that they are already installed. When I open SSMS (Management Studio) The only option I have is to logon to the database engine. The box is grayed out. See below. Can someone tell…

SQL Server Analysis Services
SQL Server Analysis Services
A Microsoft online analytical data engine used in decision support and business analytics, providing the analytical data for business reports and client applications such as Power BI, Excel, Reporting Services reports, and other data visualization tools.
1,367 questions
asked 2025-11-12T15:20:06.89+00:00
Douglas M 0 Reputation points
edited a comment 2026-01-23T05:10:13.43+00:00
Akhil Gajavelly 1,130 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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Unable to add a machinename to SQL > Security > Login

We have successfully added machine names to the SQL Server running on an Azure VM, and they are functioning perfectly. However, when attempting to add a particular server, we receive a message indicating that it is already added. When we try to list it,…

SQL Server | Other
asked 2025-11-13T19:59:35.02+00:00
Payne, Scott 41 Reputation points
edited a comment 2026-01-23T05:02:46.33+00:00
Akhil Gajavelly 1,130 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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Dose SQL Server works on Snapdragon Arm Laptop

Dose SQL Server works on Snapdragon Arm based Laptop. if yes how to run on arm based Snapdragon Laptop

SQL Server | SQL Server Transact-SQL
asked 2026-01-18T07:52:19.76+00:00
Mudassir Ahmed 20 Reputation points
recommended 2026-01-23T04:45:24.4433333+00:00
Madhavi Taniparthi 0 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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sql LargeSectorSizeCheck

During the SQL Server 2025 setup, I encountered installation failures for the Database Engine Services and Full-Text and Semantic Extractions for Search features. The setup log reports: Component error code: 0x851A001A Error description: Wait on the…

SQL Server Database Engine
asked 2026-01-16T00:41:43.2+00:00
mohmaed ahmed mohamed rahmo 0 Reputation points
recommended 2026-01-23T04:45:10.98+00:00
Madhavi Taniparthi 0 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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In my project we are using ssdt setup for sql changes so where i create one view i am getting ambiguous issue for columns how can i resolve in sql i tested its working fine but in ssdt build i am getting issue

In my project we are using ssdt setup for sql changes so where i create one view i am getting ambiguous issue for columns how can i resolve in sql i tested its working fine but in ssdt build i am getting issue

SQL Server Database Engine
asked 2025-12-30T07:27:04.9833333+00:00
Ashwini Kanjapur 0 Reputation points
recommended 2026-01-23T04:44:07.1833333+00:00
Madhavi Taniparthi 0 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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SQL Server 2022 CU18 Crashing with EXCEPTION_ACCESS_VIOLATION

SQL Server 2022 CU18 is experiencing crashes approximately 1-2 times a month since installation. The error log shows the following message: 2025-03-18 08:20:04.77 spid70 SqlDumpExceptionHandler: Process 70 generated fatal exception c0000005…

SQL Server Database Engine
asked 2025-03-18T23:00:19.1266667+00:00
Anonymous
recommended 2026-01-23T04:43:22.9466667+00:00
Madhavi Taniparthi 0 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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Joins vs Functions and Performance

It is axiomatic that joining to another table from your primary table to retrieve data, using primary keys, provides better performance than using a function. At least that's what I know from the last time I cared about it years ago. It's time to care…

SQL Server | SQL Server Transact-SQL
asked 2025-07-03T19:12:57.03+00:00
Don Thompson 0 Reputation points
recommended 2026-01-23T04:43:05.15+00:00
Madhavi Taniparthi 0 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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install sqlserver 2022 Error 0x80004005 Access Denied

I'm getting an error code ​0x80004005: Access Denied​ when trying to install ​SQL Server 2022​ on my ​Windows Server 2016. This error occurs with ​all editions, including the ​Express edition. Can you help me identify what might be causing this issue?

SQL Server Database Engine
asked 2025-10-17T00:55:52.8266667+00:00
Wen Zhao 0 Reputation points
recommended 2026-01-23T04:42:46.7466667+00:00
Madhavi Taniparthi 0 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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SQL Server 2019 CU32 (KB5063757) Patch Hang and Master DB Corruption – Requesting Guidance

Hello, I’m seeking advice regarding a critical issue encountered during testing of the SQL Server 2019 CU32 (KB5063757) patch. Due to the severity of the symptoms observed, we are currently postponing deployment to our production…

SQL Server Database Engine
asked 2025-10-15T06:02:59.29+00:00
권태우 20 Reputation points
recommended 2026-01-23T04:41:57.5466667+00:00
Madhavi Taniparthi 0 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
asked 2025-10-13T16:42:14.9966667+00:00
LÊ ANH DŨNG 0 Reputation points
recommended 2026-01-23T04:41:47.6866667+00:00
Madhavi Taniparthi 0 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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SQL Server 2022 setup executables blocked on Windows 11 24H2 – installer does not launch

SQL Server 2022 Developer Edition setup binaries (RSETUP.exe, x64\setup.exe) do not launch on Windows 11 Pro 24H2 (build 26100.x). Behavior: “Access is denied” “This app can’t run on your PC” Or no UI when launched as Administrator Smart App Control…

SQL Server Database Engine
asked 2025-12-24T07:44:03.68+00:00
Nirmal Kumar 0 Reputation points
recommended 2026-01-23T04:40:46.6466667+00:00
Madhavi Taniparthi 0 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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sql server database engine service how can i resolve this in windows 11

i have an issue while installing sql server its showing error databse engine service failed in window 11 and i installing 2025 version of sql server

SQL Server Database Engine
asked 2025-12-22T07:15:13.7133333+00:00
jhasaketan behera 0 Reputation points
recommended 2026-01-23T04:40:35.75+00:00
Madhavi Taniparthi 0 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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Bing links updates in SQL server install wizard

Hi, We would like to get below Bing links in SQL server install wizard validated and updated. Any POC for this request? Installation- License term- SQL SERVER REPORTING SERVICES MAP REPORT ITEM-Bing Maps End User Terms of Use Bing Maps Privacy…

SQL Server
SQL Server
A family of Microsoft relational database management and analysis systems for e-commerce, line-of-business, and data warehousing solutions.
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asked 2025-07-25T18:43:22.55+00:00
Harsha Choubey 0 Reputation points
recommended 2026-01-23T04:39:56.25+00:00
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Questions regarding Microsoft SQL Server and Azure Database Certifications differences and expiration

I have a few questions regarding Microsoft certifications, particularly those related to SQL Server and Azure Database administration: I understand that Microsoft periodically retires certain certifications and exams. Could you clarify what type of…

SQL Server | Other
asked 2025-07-09T12:00:36.5+00:00
Kamilia Fominova | Noewe Legal 0 Reputation points
recommended 2026-01-23T04:39:45.29+00:00
Madhavi Taniparthi 0 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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Failover Cluster Shows Quarantined node but everything is working ok.

Hi All. We have 2x 2022 HyperV servers with a clustered SQL server running on each host. Yesterday i shut down all the vm's on Host 2 and patched it to latest firmware etc. When I brought the SQL servers back up, SQL Server 2 in the failover cluster was…

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SQL Server | Other
asked 2025-01-16T10:11:20.8266667+00:00
Jodiethedog 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-01-23T04:39:33.2433333+00:00
KUPSOVSKY,Peter 0 Reputation points
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Failed to upload Power BI report "PBIX" file to the Power BI Report Server

Failed to upload Power BI report "PBIX" file to the Power BI Report Server while using Power BI Desktop (May 2025) version. Server version: Power BI Report Server: 1.23.9274.14406 (May 2025) Desktop version: Power BI Desktop: 2.143.954.0 (May…

SQL Server Reporting Services
SQL Server Reporting Services
A SQL Server technology that supports the creation, management, and delivery of both traditional, paper-oriented reports and interactive, web-based reports.
3,133 questions
asked 2026-01-23T04:32:43.0533333+00:00
Cherie Chu 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-01-23T04:32:52.32+00:00
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Steps for Rolling AG Upgrade with new VM's (2016 OS & SQL)

I found the steps for a rolling upgrade of a 2 node AG in place, however I wish to also Upgrade o/s.. Are the steps any different if we add a new upgraded VM to the cluster & join it to AG, then Failover DB from Primary to this New server. Next add…

SQL Server Database Engine
asked 2026-01-23T00:02:31.8433333+00:00
Brian Tobin 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-01-23T00:02:41.4+00:00
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My SSMS is installed but cannot connect. Error 40. SQL services are running but default instance fails.

My SSMS is installed but cannot connect. Error 40. SQL services are running but default instance fails.

SQL Server Database Engine
asked 2026-01-22T05:20:06.92+00:00
RAJAT GUPTA 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-01-22T22:24:38.33+00:00
Erland Sommarskog 131.4K Reputation points MVP Volunteer Moderator