"Login failed for user 'sa'" when testing database connection, caused by SQL server not configured to use "SQL Server and Windows Authentication mode"

Troubleshooting

Problem

User launces Controller Configuration, and opens database connection. User clicks green 'tick' button to test connection.

An error appears.

Symptom

Connection failed.

Document Location

Worldwide

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Document Information

More support for:
IBM Cognos Controller

Component:
Database restore

Software version:
All Versions

Operating system(s):
Windows

Document number:
6173325

Modified date:
09 May 2025

UID

ibm16173325

IBM Support

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