Frequently asked question

SQL Server: SQL Server Instance names can't exceed 32 characters

Last Published: April 25, 2020

Answer

If your SQL Server Instance exceeds 32 characters, your ArcSDE service for MS SQL Server will not start. This has been fixed at 8.1 sp1.

Article ID:000003556

Software:
  • Legacy Products

Receive notifications and find solutions for new or common issues

Get summarized answers and video solutions from our new AI chatbot.

Download the Esri Support App

Discover more on this topic

Esri Community

Search for related information

Training

Find training related to this topic

ArcGIS Ideas

Explore ideas and give feedback

Get help from ArcGIS experts

Contact technical support

Download the Esri Support App

Go to download options