Not able to patch SQL Servers 2022 instances through Azure update Manager.

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Not able to patch SQL Servers 2022 instances through Azure update Manager.

Seelan, Sathiya 100

Hi ,

I'm not able to patch SQL Servers other than 2019, through Azure update manager the KB articles are showing up when I chose the machine and proceed with specific KB article (mostly the recent one). Is there any catch that only SQL Server 2019 can be patched through Azure update manager.

Bharath Y P 10,610 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2026-02-24T22:15:31.0533333+00:00

Hello Seelan, Sathiya, I just wanted to kindly follow up to check, If the provided answer is helpful, it would be great if you could accept the answer and up-vote. This not only helps us but also makes it easier for other community members who might face the same issue. Thanks
Bharath Y P 10,610 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2026-02-25T18:54:47.2966667+00:00

Hello Seelan, Sathiya, I just wanted to kindly follow up to check, If the provided answer is helpful, it would be great if you could accept the answer and up-vote. This not only helps us but also makes it easier for other community members who might face the same issue. Thanks

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Bharath Y P 10,610 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2026-02-24T22:15:31.0533333+00:00

Hello Seelan, Sathiya, I just wanted to kindly follow up to check, If the provided answer is helpful, it would be great if you could accept the answer and up-vote. This not only helps us but also makes it easier for other community members who might face the same issue. Thanks
Bharath Y P 10,610 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2026-02-25T18:54:47.2966667+00:00

Hello Seelan, Sathiya, I just wanted to kindly follow up to check, If the provided answer is helpful, it would be great if you could accept the answer and up-vote. This not only helps us but also makes it easier for other community members who might face the same issue. Thanks

Answer 1

Azure Update Manager is designed to manage updates for SQL Server on Azure VMs, including the installation of Cumulative Updates for SQL Server. However, it is important to note that Azure Update Manager may have specific compatibility and support limitations based on the SQL Server version being used.

As of the information available, there is no explicit mention that only SQL Server 2019 can be patched through Azure Update Manager. It is possible that there are specific configurations or requirements for SQL Server 2022 that need to be met in order to successfully apply patches. If you are encountering issues with patching SQL Server 2022 instances, it may be worth checking the following:

Ensure that the Azure Update Manager is properly configured and that the SQL Server 2022 instances are correctly associated with the Update Manager.
Verify that the necessary permissions and settings are in place for the SQL Server 2022 instances to receive updates.
Check for any known issues or limitations regarding SQL Server 2022 and Azure Update Manager in the official documentation.
Consider reaching out to Microsoft support for assistance if the problem persists, as they may have more detailed insights into any specific issues related to SQL Server 2022 patching.

If you are still facing difficulties, it might be beneficial to consult the Azure Update Manager documentation for any updates or changes regarding support for different SQL Server versions.

Answer 2

Hello Seelan, Sathiya, it sounds like you're having trouble patching SQL Server 2022 instances through Azure Update Manager, and you're curious if there's an issue with only SQL Server 2019 being patched.

Here are a few things to check:

Azure Update Manager Compatibility: Ensure that Azure Update Manager is correctly set up for SQL Server 2022. Azure Update Manager is designed to manage updates for SQL Server across various versions, but you need to check if the integration is properly configured for your SQL Server VM.
Enabled Automated Patching: If you have both Azure Update Manager and Automated Patching enabled, it might cause conflicts. Make sure to disable Automated Patching before using Azure Update Manager. This can be done via the Azure portal by navigating to your SQL virtual machine resource, selecting Updates, and choosing to disable Automated Patching.
Maintenance Configuration: Ensure your maintenance window is set correctly. Azure Update Manager installs updates during the configured maintenance window.
Check for Updates Availability: After setting everything up, trigger a manual assessment by selecting Check for updates in Azure Update Manager to see if the SQL Server 2022 patches appear.
Logs and Diagnostics: Check the logs located at C:\WindowsAzure\Logs\AggregateStatus to see if there are any errors being reported when trying to apply patches for versions other than SQL Server 2019.
Mismatch in Cumulative Updates: There might be cases where certain KB (Knowledge Base) articles are not applicable to SQL Server 2022 yet. It’s essential to verify if the patches listed are compatible with your version.

Hope this helps, and let me know if you have further questions!

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Seelan, Sathiya 100 Reputation points

2026-02-26T04:07:31.01+00:00

Hi Bharath,

Thank you for your insights, appreciate it.

When I choose the KB and proceed with the next step, the respective patch will show how many servers are going to patch right. There only 2019 servers are visible those 2022, and 2016, 2017 servers are not showing up.

Sure, I will check the logs and try it to find the cause.

Thanks
Bharath Y P 10,610 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2026-03-02T10:20:56.9533333+00:00

Hello Seelan, Sathiya, If the provided answer was helpful, please click Accept the Answer and upvote if the above was helpful.

Thanks