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MS SQL databases not shown if server hostname exceeds 15 characters

May 20, 2025

Product Version

AhsayOBM: 7.5.0.0 - 7.7.2.0

Operating System

Windows

Symptom

When creating a MS SQL database backup set for a SQL server with hostname longer than 15 characters, no database is displayed in the Backup Source menu:

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Cause

This is a known issue with AhsayOBM version 7.5.0.0 - 7.7.2.0.

Resolution

To resolve the issue, patch the AhsayOBM application to version 7.9.0.0 or above.

This issue affects a legacy version of our software. We strongly recommend upgrading to the latest AhsayCBS and AhsayOBM release (v9.15.0.0, as of 2025/May/15) for improved performance, compatibility, and security.

Contact us to confirm your license is valid to upgrade.