I'm trying to compare a backup to a database. First issue is backup seems too big to load at 28 Gb.

gjw

First issue is backup seems too big to load at 28 Gb. Second issue those that do load have error uses a compression format that is not supported

DanC

Hi @gjw regarding the first issue, is it more of a performance issue with loading really slow? regarding the second, have you taken a look at the documentation here that describes some of the issues using backup as a source? https://documentation.red-gate.com/sdc/working-with-other-data-sources/working-with-backups

gjw

You can't compare compressed backups from SQL Server 2012 or later. - when is this going to be fixed kind of makes this function of the tool uesless

DanC

Hi @gjw unfortunately I wouldn't be able to comment on any kind of feature request work, my best suggestion would be to post your suggestion for an enhancement on the UserVoice here - https://sqlbackup.uservoice.com/forums/91737-sql-backup