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Sequence Objects in SQL Server 2012 and Later

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In this article, we will be discussing about Sequence objects in SQL Server 2012 and later, and see a relevant example.

In an older article on our blog, we wrote on how someone can mimic the operation of Sequence Objects using other alternative ways.

However, since SQL Server 2012 and later, Sequence Objects are available for use, thus making easier the whole process.

So, how can we use a Sequence Object in SQL Server?

 

SQL Server Sequence Object Example

Now, let’s see some examples of using Sequence Objects in SQL Server 2012 and later.

Select the proper database

USE [DATABASE_NAME];
GO

 

Create the Sequence Object (TestSeq is my Sequence’s name)

CREATE SEQUENCE TestSeq
    AS bigint
START WITH 0
    INCREMENT BY 1
GO

 

To get the next value from the Sequence

SELECT NEXT VALUE FOR TestSeq;
GO

To drop the sequence object

DROP SEQUENCE TestSeq;
GO

 

To reset the sequence object

--You can replace 0 with any other constant value
ALTER SEQUENCE TestSeq
RESTART WITH 0
GO
Hope this helps!

 

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