FIX: SQLTrace May Cause Error 17803 on a Server

ID: Q162033

The information in this article applies to:

Microsoft SQL Server version 6.5

BUG #: 16226 (NT: 6.50)

SYMPTOMS

SQL Server may generate the following error if you use SQLTrace and the application passes float parameters through Remote Procedure Calls (RPCs).

Msg 17803: Insufficient memory available.

This error may also be accompanied by other problems, including a previously active filter returning to a stopped state, or the inability to start new filters. Once in this state, it may be impossible to terminate the SQLTrace application.

WORKAROUND

To work around this problem, deselect the option of tracing RPC events in the SQLTrace filter.

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 2 for Microsoft SQL Server version 6.5. For more information, contact your primary support provider.

Additional query words: sql65 trace goofy call

Keywords : kbtool kbusage SSrvAdmin SSrvGen SSrvODS kbbug6.50 kbfix6.50.sp2
Version : 6.5
Platform : WINDOWS
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