Often, when dealing with the SQL server database it returns many errors at different points. One such error is SQL Error 926.

This error occurs due to a failed recovery process that takes the SQL database to an inconsistent transactional state.

Here at Bobcares, we receive requests to fix SQL errors and other similar hosting errors as part of our Server Management Services.

Today, we’ll see why this error occurs and also see how to fix it.

What is SQL database error 926?

Microsoft SQL Server is one of the most common frameworks for managing databases. In addition, it is a flexible database administrator tool for handling the database.

SQL database error 926 creates difficulties in SQL transactions. Often, it threatens the smooth functioning of the SQL server and makes the database unavailable or inaccessible to the user.

Often, when the user uses sysadmin login credentials and SQL Server Management Studio to connect SQL instance, the SQL server shows an error 926.

The error looks like,

SQL Error 926
Severity Level 14
Message Text
Database '%.*ls' cannot be opened. It has been marked SUSPECT by recovery. See the SQL Server errorlog for more information.(Microsoft SQL Server, Error: 926).

Reasons for SQL Server Error 926

Some of the reasons that cause SQL Server error 926 includes,

1. If the SQL database is marked as suspected.

2. Because of corruption in the header part of the system file.

3. Sudden shut down of the SQL server application.

4. Due to a malware defect in the hardware of the machine.

Workaround for SQL error

Luckily, there are several ways to resolve this Microsoft SQL server error 926.

However, there are some basic fixes which must be performed before proceeding to troubleshoot the issue in detail,

1. Restart the SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) and the service SQL Server (MSSQLSERVER)
2. Refresh and reconnect the connection
3. Restart the computer

Further, if none of the above methods helps to fix the error, our Support Engineers use the below steps.

1. Initially, we check the SQL Server error log and find the reasons why recovery failed.

2. Then, we restore the database from backup if the error is due to a persistent I/O error related to Application Programming Interface, a torn page, or other hardware issues.

Furthermore, if the restoration is not heps to recover the SQL server database, our Support Engineers do DBCC CHECKDB repair. In addition, this method is very useful when there are no backups available.

DBCC CheckDB (‘DB_Name’, REPAIR_ALLOW_DATA_LOSS);

This DBCC CHECKDB command will help to get rid of errors in SQL Server.

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Conclusion

In short, this SQL error happens due to a failed recovery process that takes the SQL database to an inconsistent transactional state.  Today,  we saw how our Support Engineers provide a work-around for this error.