How to Debug a Stored Procedure

Several different methods can be used to debug a stored procedure. The following is a listing of popular debugging methods:

  • Transact-SQL Debugger

  • Transact-SQL Debug Statements

  • Other Debugging Tools

TIP

SQL Server finally has an integrated stored procedure debugger! Starting with SQL Server 2000, the stored procedure debugger is part of the Query Analyzer. Previous versions required the use of Visual Studio or other non-SQL Server products to debug a stored procedure.

Transact-SQL Debugger

The following are the steps to use the Transact-SQL Debugger:

CAUTION

It is not recommended that you use the Transact-SQL Debugger on a production server. When using the Step Execution mode feature, the debugger can produce extensive ...

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