Could Not Find Database Engine Startup Handle Error

by | Mar 20, 2016 | ASP.NET, Programming Notes, SQLSERVER

My fresh installation of MS SQLSERVER 2014 in Windows Server 2012 was not successful due to the error mentioned in the title of this post. Its resolution is presented below:

  1. I remove the SQLSERVER 2014 installation using the Control Panel ->Programs -> Uninstall Program.
  2. I did a fresh install by running the Setup as an Administrator.
  3. In the Server Configuration page after launching the setup and providing necessary details, I used NT Authority\SYSTEM  as startup account for Database Engine services.