Error 3143

Troubleshooting SQL Server

Troubleshooting

Error 3143

Severity Level 16
Message Text

The data set on device '%ls' is not a SQL Server backup set.

Explanation

The backup being restored conforms to the Microsoft Tape Format, but is not a Microsoft® SQL Server™ backup. The backup may have been written by another software product.

Action

To determine the contents of the backup, consider using RESTORE HEADERONLY.

See Also

Backing Up and Restoring Databases

BACKUP

RESTORE HEADERONLY

Troubleshooting Backing Up and Restoring