Logging is essential for capturing detailed information about failures and issues in the program. If reproducing or diagnosing a problem is difficult, logging helps in providing a deeper investigation.

This guide applies to the following products:

• dbForge Source Control for SQL Server
• dbForge Data Pump for SQL Server

Steps to Enable Logging:

1. Start Tracing:

   • Right-click on the database in SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS).
   • Select Source Control (for Source Control issues) or Data Pump (for Data Pump issues).
   • Navigate to Trace > Start Tracing.

2. Reproduce the Problem:

   • Perform the actions that result in the issue to capture the problem in the trace logs.

3. Stop Tracing:

   • Right-click on the database again.
   • Select the relevant product (Source Control or Data Pump) from the menu.
   • Navigate to Trace > Stop Tracing.

4. Send the Trace Log to Devart:

   • Right-click on the database once more.
   • Select Source Control or Data Pump > Trace > Send Trace Log to Devart.

5. Submit Your Information:

   • Enter your name, email address, and the ticket number provided in your support ticket (e.g., #12345).