How to Grant Alter Trace Permission in SQL Server 2012
In SQL Server 2012, granting alter trace permission is essential for database administrators who need to manage and modify trace configurations. Traces are used to collect data about SQL Server instances, which can be helpful for performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and auditing purposes. This article will guide you through the steps to grant alter trace permission in SQL Server 2012.
Step 1: Connect to SQL Server
Before granting alter trace permission, you need to connect to the SQL Server instance using SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) or another supported tool. Once connected, you will be prompted to enter the necessary credentials to log in.
Step 2: Navigate to the Security Tab
In SSMS, expand the server name, then expand the “Security” folder. Within the “Security” folder, locate the “Logins” folder. Right-click on the login for which you want to grant alter trace permission and select “Properties.”
Step 3: Go to the “User Mapping” Tab
In the login properties window, click on the “User Mapping” tab. This tab displays the databases and server roles to which the login is mapped. Find the database for which you want to grant alter trace permission and select it.
Step 4: Check the “db_datareader” and “db_datawriter” Roles
In the “User Mapping” tab, you will see a list of server roles and database roles. Check the “db_datareader” and “db_datawriter” roles for the selected database. These roles are required to grant alter trace permission.
Step 5: Grant “db_owner” Role
To grant alter trace permission, you need to have the “db_owner” role for the database. If the login does not have the “db_owner” role, click on the “db_owner” role and then click the “Add” button. This will add the login to the “db_owner” role, granting them the necessary permissions.
Step 6: Click “OK” to Save Changes
After granting the “db_owner” role to the login, click “OK” to save the changes. This will grant the login alter trace permission in the selected database.
Step 7: Verify the Permission
To verify that the alter trace permission has been granted successfully, you can try to create a new trace or modify an existing trace. If the login has the required permission, they should be able to perform these actions without any issues.
By following these steps, you can successfully grant alter trace permission in SQL Server 2012. This will enable the login to manage and modify trace configurations, ensuring effective performance monitoring and troubleshooting.
