CHECKPOINT

CHECKPOINT — Force a transaction log checkpoint

Synopsis

CHECKPOINT

Description

A checkpoint is a point in the sequence of transaction logs at which all data files have been updated to reflect the information in the logs. All data files will be flushed to disk.

The CHECKPOINT command forces an immediate checkpoint when issued, without waiting for the regular checkpoint scheduled by the system. CHECKPOINT is not intended for use during normal operations.

If executed during recovery, the CHECKPOINT command forces a restart point rather than writing a new checkpoint. Only superusers can call CHECKPOINT.