How do I copy SQL Server 2012 database to localdb instance?

Question

I\'m looking to copy a SQL Server 2012 Standard database to my localdb instance. I\'ve tried the wizard which complains that localdb isn\'t a SQL Server 2005 or later expres

Answer 1

There is known limitation (a real bug, in fact) for localDB. It will fail any RESTORE with MOVE whenever your database files are located in different folders.

You have to restore in the original folders (no MOVE). Use cmd tool such as SUBST if you need to fake a drive:/path.