TFS Configuration Error - sql

I am facing a problem that when i try to configure my TFS it show me the following Error Message
Error
TF255049: A connection cannot be made to the server that is running SQL Server. Verify that you have entered the correct name for the server, including the instance name, that the server you are attempting to connect to is online, and that you have the required permissions to connect. If you are attempting to connect to the remote SQL Server instance, then verify that it is configured to allow remote connections, that TCP/IP protocol is both enabled and configured to use port 1433 (default), and that Windows Firewall does not block this port.

Check whether the SQL version is supported by the TFS version: https://www.visualstudio.com/en-us/docs/setup-admin/requirements#sql-server
Check the permission of the account that you use, and make sure it belongs to SysAdmin Server Role.
As #Daniel mentioned in comment, follow the troubleshooting steps provided in the error message, and check this blog to see whether it is helpful: https://elhajj.wordpress.com/2013/02/25/workaround-error-tf255049-punching-a-hole-through-windows-firewall/

I was running an upgrade from TFS 2018 to Azure DevOps 2020.
After the server restart, the Azure DevOps Server Configuration wizard opened.
I was logged in as the local machine administrator and got this error (TF255049: A connection cannot be made to the server that is running SQL Server...) when trying to connect to my SQL Server machine (to chose the configuration database).
I logged in as Network Administrator, started the wizard again and the SQL connection worked.
To restart the Azure DevOps Configuration Wizard again...
Open the Azure DevOps Administration Console and choose Configure Installed Features to open the Server Configuration Wizard...

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unable to connect to azure sql server from vsts

I am trying to deploy test.dacpac file using vsts to azure sql server, Given connection details properly and it is getting connected if I try to connect it from visual studio.
But when it tries to deploy file using vsts, gets error message -
A network-related or instance-specific error occurred while
establishing a connection to SQL Server azure
Not sure why this is happening.
Note: There is no firewall rule applied, it has default settings, though the virtual machine on which VSTS agent is installed is in another Azure AD subscription.
Do I have to look into VPN for this?
Please use the FQDN for database name instead of the IP address. e.g. myAzureSQLDB.windows.database.net.
You need to configure Azure SQL Database firewall. Make sure "Allow access to Azure Services" is turned on. If that does not work, then try adding firewall rule 0.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.255.

Configuring TFS SQL Server Instance connecting Error

I am new to Team Foundation server and when I am configuring TFS for SQL Server, I am getting below error where TFS is not able to connect to the SQL Server instance where as when I connect to SQL Server it is connecting successfully. Both SQL Server and TFS are on the same server machine. Please advise
Error while clicking on Test Link
According to the error info, you need to make sure the TFS service accounts(which you started the TFS Installer) have permissions on the DB server.
Add the account in the list of logins in SQL Server side and retry
the previous operation.
Moreover, if Windows Firewall is on the TFS box, switch it off during the installation and try again. After finish the installation reopen the firewall.
For more details you could take a look at below similar issue:
Errors during TFS 2013 install–and how I worked past them
Workaround Error TF255049: Punching a hole through Windows
Firewall

Connecting to a SQL Server with SQL Server Managament Studio

I have looked everywhere on Stack Overflow and I have not found an answer that closely compares to my scenario, so please bear with me.
The issue is I was recently given a development server at work and I have to migrate my current project (which I have on SQL Server Management Studio running on SQL Server Express) so that it is hosted on that server. I was just given the server name and authorized access to it. So I can connect to it through Remote Desktop Connection (RDC), but I am clueless as to where to go from here.
I have tried going in through RDC and opening Management Studio from there but when plugging in my server name and using Windows Authentication it doesn't let me in. And I can't use SQL Server Authentication because I'd have to be actually in to be able to create an SQL login.
How can I connect to this server through Management Studio?
The server is in the same network? In the management studio, in server name, you can put a IP address or computer name.
Do you know if SQL is even installed on the server you are tasked to deploy to? You are able to "connect" to SQL Express locally because the instance is installed on your local machine. You will need an instance of SQL installed on the remote machine to be able to use SSMS to connect to the remote instance.
If you are attempting to connect to an already created DB that you have been using the credentials are the same, if you know the address and you have the ports opened on your computer to allow the connection. If you are going to start a new DB on the server, then you will have to connect via AD credentials IF your admin has given you the proper access. I personally suggest using AD credentials to create connections, it's just a lot more secure.
If you are trying to connect to the local db, then it should be on the drop down list on the log in screen.
You are going to have to talk with your admin who set it up if you are still having problems.
You might have to Enter your Server Details in the Hosts File on the Current Application Server
For Accessing Hosts File,
Go to Run and type drivers and Hit Enter. Go to the etc Folder and you will see hosts file in the Folder.
At the End of the File Enter the Server IP And Server Name
Save the file and try Logging into the Server Management Studio again
Hopefull, this would help

Azure Cloud Service + SQL Azure and firewall configuration issue

I'm facing the issue while creating a azure database in the local machine by sql server 2012 ,
this is my error:
TITLE: Connect to Server
Cannot connect to tcp:ServerName.database.windows.net.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Login failed for user 'UserName'.
This session has been assigned a tracing ID of '041a1130-65a5-4ad6-91c0-02ff3b4fbca5'. Provide this tracing ID to customer support when you need assistance. (Microsoft SQL Server, Error: 18456)
The issue is occurring might be due to following the following, I have specified how to overcome against each issue:
Check if your IP is added in the firewall, if not refer to http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/azure/jj553530.aspx
Check if you have configured the wrong IP in Azure Firewall. Try opening SQL Azure Management Studio online http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/azure/ee621784.aspx#WinAzMgtPort where it asks you to add the IP in firewall.
If above is not working then check if the user credentials is correct, if you forgot the credentials then resetting it might help.

Unable to Connect to SQL Server 2005 Db From Vista x64 Windows Service

I'm trying to connect to a remote SQL Server 2005 db from a .NET Windows service running in Vista Home Premium x64. I can access the remote db from a console app with no problem. I can connect to a local db from the Windows service with no problem. I was able to connect from a service from XP with no problem. There's no firewall or anti-virus running. How do I configure this service to be able to connect to the remote db?
I've tried to connect by running the Windows service as a local admin account, LocalSystem, LocalService, and NetworkService.
The connection string:
Data source=SERVER_NAME;Initial Catalog=DB_NAME;Integrated Security=True;
The error:
A network-related or instance-specific error occurred while establishing a connection to SQL Server. The server was not found or was not accessible. Verify that the instance name is correct and that SQL Server is configured to allow remote connections. (provider: Named Pipes Provider, error: 40 - Could not open a connection to SQL Server)
MORE INFO:
I have also tried to connect using SQL Server authentication with no success:
Data Source=SERVER_NAME;User ID=USER_ID;Password=PWD;Initial Catalog=DB_NAME
This connection string works from the console app too.
MORE INFO:
I ran Process Monitor for the Windows Service and the console app. The Windows service showed \SERVER_NAME\pipe\sql\query was ACCESS DENIED but the console app showed SUCCESS when reading/writing files to \SERVER_NAME\pipe\sql\query.
Good Lord! Why all the gibberish and complex responses on this site. Create a User Account
Either local or Domain and set the service to use that account. Then go into your SQL Server and Add you new account to the Database and set permissions. Voila!
Oh yeah, dont plague yourself with SQL Authentication. Integrated Security is much easier to maintain and without a password in your web.config your much safer.
1) open a command prompt. Type "ping SERVER_NAME". Does it respond? You may have a DNS or connectivity issue if this doesn't work.
2) "telnet SERVER_NAME 1443". Do you see anything or does it refuse your connection? This will definitively tell you whether or not someone is listening on the other end.
3) Go into SQL Server Management Studio. Right click Properties of your server. Select "Connections" from the left side. Is "Allow Remote Connections" checked?
4) Since you're running using network service/system, you will need to make sure you have a login configured on your server for the machine account DOMAIN\CLIENTSYSTEMNAME$. Note the $ sign. This is your machine account, and this will be the user that SQL Server will see.