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Applies to: 
SQL Server
Details
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Name | SQL Server |
| Event ID | 283 |
| Event Source | SQL Server Local Database Runtime 12.0 |
| Component | Local Database Runtime API |
| Message Text | The instance name contains invalid characters or is too long. Consult the API documentation. |
Explanation
The instance name contains invalid characters or is too long.
User Action
Consult the Local Database Runtime API documentation on legal names for Local Database Runtime instances. For additional information, see SQL Server Express LocalDB Instance API Reference.