Introduction
In SQL Server, the transaction log file is essential for keeping your database reliable and durable. It tracks every change and transaction, which is crucial for recovering data if something goes wrong. Unfortunately, there are times when this log file might go missing due to accidental deletion, a sudden shutdown, or a system crash. Recently, a developer reached out to me with a tricky situation: they only had the master data file (MDF) of a database, without the transaction log or any backup. In this guide, I’ll walk you through how to attach a database in this situation, covering