MSSQLSERVER_41973
Applies to: 
Azure SQL Managed Instance
Details
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Name | SQL Server |
| Event ID | 41973 |
| Event Source | MSSQLSERVER |
| Component | SQLEngine |
| Message Text | The link cannot be established because the endpoint certificate from SQL Server has not been imported to Azure SQL Managed Instance. Please import the endpoint certificate from SQL Server to Managed Instance, and retry the link creation again. Please see online documentation for Managed Instance link for more information. |
Explanation
The endpoint certificate from SQL Server hasn't been imported to Azure SQL Managed Instance, so the link can't be established.
User action
Import the SQL Server certificate into Azure SQL Managed Instance and then try creating the link again.