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Microsoft Releases SQL Server Migration Assistant v10.5 With Expanded Support and Enhancements

Microsoft has announced the release of SQL Server Migration Assistant (SSMA) v10.5, delivering updates designed to improve reliability and compatibility for database migration projects. SSMA helps organizations migrate schemas, data and database objects from platforms such as Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, SAP ASE and DB2 to SQL Server or Azure SQL. The new version includes bug fixes, updated platform support and refinements aimed at reducing friction during complex migrations. The release focuses on expanding AI-assisted code conversion and addressing key customer feedback with AI-assisted code powered by Copilot for SAP ASE (Sybase). Additionally, improved code conversion quality for Oracle supports larger source scripts with enhanced reliability on Oracle for converted procedures on Azure SQL Managed Instance.

Database modernization remains a top priority for enterprises seeking to reduce technical debt and align with cloud strategies. For database administrators and modernization teams, SSMA v10.5 reinforces Microsoft’s ongoing investment in migration tooling as organizations move workloads to SQL Server 2025 and Azure SQL services. Incremental improvements in compatibility and stability can help shorten migration timelines and improve predictability in hybrid and cloud-first database strategies.

Posted by Redmondmag.com Editors on 02/17/2026

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