What causes SQL dump files?

What are SQL dump files?

Database dump is a text file containing a set of SQL statements that need to be run on an SQL server to create a database with the entire internal structure and fill it up with values. Basically, it is a type of backup that is made on "logical" level and can be used to restore database contents after a data loss event.

How do I stop SQL Server SQL dump files?

Find the root cause and fix it. Start by patching your server to SP3. If the stack dumps persist (indicative of a severe problem) contact Customer Support. in my experience these dumps are caused by a corrupted database file, with DBCC generating error logs every minute so long as the database is online.

Where are SQL dump files?

By default, Dump directory is 'C:\Microsoft SQL Server\MSSQL10_50. MSSQLSERVER\MSSQL\LOG\' in Windows system.

What is crash dump file in SQL Server?

A SQL Server 'crash' occurs - either an A/V, assert or some other uncaught code error. In this case the file is a memory dump, the size and contents of which are dependent on the problem that occured. You're signed up for Watson error reporting and DBCC CHECKDB found corruptions in a database.