System.Data.SqlClient.SqlError: Directory lookup for the file "log.ldf" failed with the operating system error 2 (The system cannot find the file specified.).

Hi there.

This is another short and quick post for you.

I like these mini posts because the solutions are easy and it's usually a common issue such as permissions or script syntax.

In today's scenario, I have a new instance where I would like to restore a database to, but the database restore is not working.

The specific error is:
System.Data.SqlClient.SqlError: Directory lookup for the file "log.ldf" failed with the operating system error 2 (The system cannot find the file specified.).

With this error, it is best to investigate the location of the file.

I tried to get to the location and... it doesn't exist. That is why I am receiving this error.

To fix this issue I will need to update the log file path for my instance.

In SSMS, right click the instance and choose properties.

Go to the 'Database Settings' page > and update the path for the Log directory.

Note: You will have to restart your instance for the update to take effect. So do not

I was finally able to restore the database.

That's it :).

If you have any further questions, please post below.

Thank you and Happy reading,

-marshé hutchinson
#learnSQLwithme

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