← Back to Knowledge Base

KB #240055: Could not secure this instance of SQL Server Function return code: 2

⏱️ 1 min read

Type:

Information

Summary:

You have received an error message “Could not secure this instance of SQL Server. Function return code: 2” when using a license for a less advanced edition of SQL to secure a higher level SQL instance.

Additional Information:

Encryptionizer is licensed based upon SQL Edition (Express, Personal, Workgroup, Standard, Enterprise). When using the Admin Wizard to secure a SQL instance, you will receive this error when trying to secure a SQL instance that is a more advanced Edition of SQL than the one for which you are licensed:

Could not secure this instance of SQL Server.
Function return code: 2
Could not find EXE

e.g., you have purchased Encryptionizer for SQL Express but you are trying to secure an instance of SQL Enterprise.

Encryptionizer for SQL Express:
SQL Express.

Encryptionizer for SQL Standard can be used to secure:
– versions already covered by Encryptionizer for SQL Express, plus
– SQL Standard, SQL Workgroup

Encryptionizer for SQL Enterprise can be used to secure:
– all editions of SQL Server.

If you need to secure higher levels of SQL instances, please contact NetLib security to purchase an upgraded license.

Was this article helpful?

Related Articles

KB #240147: EKM client not retrieving key

Type: Information Summary: You have a service or application secured with an encryption key that…

KB #240135: Key Recovery Instructions

Type: Info Summary: You have lost the information regarding encryption keys, and need assistance to…

KB #240130: Operator password was set for this utility

Type: Fix Applies to: Encryptionizer Key Manager (EKM) Server To Reproduce: Apply Operator password to…

Still need help?

Our support team is here to assist you.

NetLib Security
AI Assistant · Online
Hi! I'm the NetLib Security assistant. I can answer questions about our encryption solutions, HIPAA compliance, Encryptionizer, and more. How can I help you today?