I get this error after following the instructions on pages 406-407. I am using VS 2012 Professional and SQL Server 2012 Express. Any ideas?




"This database file is not compatible with the current instance of SQL Server.

To resolve this issue, you must upgrade the database file by creating a new data connection, or you must modify the existing connection to this database file."

Thanks

Hi there,

Your version of SQL Server is newer than the one that the book targets. I see a few possible solutions:

1. Download the code for the 4.5.1. edition of the book and use that database.

2. Try adding a new connection to the MDF file using the Database / Server Explorer and see if that helps.

3. Skip this exercise and create your own database as explained later in the chapter.

Cheers,

Imar

__________________
Imar Spaanjaars
http://Imar.Spaanjaars.Com
Follow me on Twitter

Author of Beginning ASP.NET 4.5 : in C# and VB, Beginning ASP.NET Web Pages with WebMatrix
and Beginning ASP.NET 4 : in C# and VB.
Did this post help you? Click the button below this post to show your appreciation!