Failed to create/install database
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Nodinite v6 Legacy Documentation
This page documents the deprecated Install and Update Tool used in Nodinite v6. This tool has been replaced by a modern PowerShell-based installation system in Nodinite v7.Install Nodinite v7 - Use the latest installation method
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If you see this message during Nodinite v6 installation, it means the Configuration Database could not be created or installed. This guide helps you quickly diagnose and resolve the issue, ensuring a smooth deployment.
✅ Step-by-step troubleshooting for failed database creation
✅ Guidance on collecting and sharing diagnostics with support
✅ Ensures rapid resolution and successful installation
✅ Designed for integration experts and IT administrators
The Nodinite v6 Install and Update Tool uses SqlPackage.exe to deploy the DACPAC for the Configuration Database. If the process fails, you will see an error message like this:
Example error message when the Configuration Database installation fails.
Solution
- Review the
Exit code:at the end of the output. This code often matches a known SQL Server error. - Check the diagnostics log for more details. If you cannot identify the issue, send the diagnostics to Nodinite support for expert assistance.
How to download diagnostics
Tip
Learn about how to download the diagnostics files.
Manual download from server
Log on to the server where the Update Service is running. Open the installation folder (default path):
C:\Program Files\Nodinite\Nodinite Update\Update Service
Location of diagnostics files for troubleshooting installation issues.
Attach the diagnostics files to your support ticket. We recommend zipping the files to reduce their size (from 15+ MB to less than 1 MB).
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