DTS-export truncates text columns?

  • I am trying to use DTS to export data from two databases using a sql query, to a text file. It works as expected, except for text *and* varchar columns which hold information which is longer than 255 characters -- DTS seems to truncate these columns after 255 characters. It doesn't matter if I use a Copy or an ActiveX-transfer. Under the folder "Destination" for "Data Transformation Properties" the "Size" information is correct (e.g. 8000).

    If I use the same query with SQL Query Analyzer or from inside an ASP page (which exports to a text file (the web server is not the same computer as the SQL server)) it works fine!

    What is the problem? I am using SQL Server 7.

  • I found the answer myself: http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;247527.

  • I believe that was fixed in a service pack. I would suggest not using the work-arounds and just test and load the sp. It is necessary for protecting your system.


    Joe Johnson
    NETDIO,LLC.

  • If I understand it correctly there is no service pack which fix this bug for SQL Server 7.

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