Connecting sql server 2000 to 2 databases simultaneously

CO Bill
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Microsoft SQL Server 2000
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I have to create a report to move inventory from an old warehouse to a new one. Each has a separate instance of the database, so I have to get the part# and location from the old warehouse and match it with the new location for that part# in the new warehouse. Is there a way to join tables from separate databases? I'm using SQL Server 2000, but have access to Visual Studio with it's Crystal Reports, if that's easier.
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Yes you can join tables from the two databases.

Assuming that the databases are on the same server simply use the three part name of the table in the other database.

<pre>SELECT *
FROM LocalTable a
JOIN RemoteDatabase.dbo.RemoteTable b on a.PartNo = b.PartNo</pre>

If the table is on a remote instance then you need to create a linked server to the remote instance and use the four part name of the remote table.
<pre>
SELECT *
FROM LocalTable a
JOIN RemoteServer.RemoteDatabase.dbo.RemoteTable b on a.PartNo = b.PartNo</pre>

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  • CO Bill
    Too easy. Just what I needed - Thanks!
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