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How to display table comments in Data Module using Microsoft SQL Server

Troubleshooting


Problem

Table comments (extended properties) are not displayed in the Data Model when a Data Server connection is used.

Symptom

Table comments are displayed for the DB2 data server connection but not for MS SQL Server.

DB2:
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MS SQL Server:
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Document Location

Worldwide


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Document Information

More support for:
IBM Cognos Analytics

Software version:
11.0, 11.1

Document number:
966979

Modified date:
01 May 2025

UID

ibm10966979