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Real-Time Monitoring of SQL Backup and Restore Processes


Monitoring Backup and Restore Operations

Write a SQL query to monitor ongoing backup and restore operations.

Solution:

-- Monitor active backup and restore operations.
SELECT 
    session_id AS SessionID,
    command AS OperationType,
    percent_complete AS PercentComplete,
    estimated_completion_time AS EstimatedCompletionTime,
    start_time AS StartTime
FROM sys.dm_exec_requests
WHERE command IN ('BACKUP DATABASE', 'RESTORE DATABASE');

Explanation:

  • Purpose of the Query :
    • The goal is to demonstrate how to monitor ongoing backup and restore operations.
  • Key Components :
    • sys.dm_exec_requests: Dynamic management view for active requests.
    • Filters for BACKUP DATABASE and RESTORE DATABASE commands.
  • Why Monitor Operations?:
    • Monitoring provides real-time insights into progress and potential issues.
    • It helps plan maintenance windows and minimize downtime.
  • Real-World Application :
    • In production environments, monitoring ensures backups and restores complete successfully.

Notes:

  • Use this query during large or long-running operations.
  • Combine with alerts for proactive issue resolution.
  • Address bottlenecks or failures promptly.

For more Practice: Solve these Related Problems:

  • Write a SQL query to monitor all active backup operations and log their progress into a table.
  • Write a SQL query to monitor restore operations and send an alert if any operation exceeds a specific duration.
  • Write a SQL query to identify long-running backup or restore operations and estimate their completion time.
  • Write a SQL query to monitor backup operations and automatically retry failed attempts after a delay.

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