FIX: SQL Server Stops Responding When Canceling Tape Backup

Last reviewed: June 27, 1997
Article ID: Q167333

The information in this article applies to:

Microsoft SQL Server, version 6.5

BUG #: 16358

SYMPTOMS

If you attempt a SQL Server tape backup while there is no tape in the tape drive, SQL Server may stop responding. This problem may occur if you click the cancel button twice after receiving the error message stating there is no tape in the tape drive.

WORKAROUND

To work around this problem, do not click the cancel button. Instead, load the appropriate tape and continue your backup. If SQL Server has stopped responding, you must stop and restart SQL Server to recover.

STATUS

Microsoft has confirmed this to be a problem in Microsoft SQL Server version 6.5. This problem has been corrected in U.S. Service Pack 3 for Microsoft SQL Server version 6.5. For more information, contact your primary support provider.

Keywords : kbbug6.50 kbusage SSrvGen
Version : 6.5
Platform : WINDOWS
Issue type : kbbug
Resolution Type : kbfix

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Last reviewed: June 27, 1997
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