The wait type HADR_DBSEEDING_LIST is ranked #213 by Stedman Solutions and Database Health Monitor. Wait statistics, in the context of SQL Server, refer to the amount of time that a query spends waiting to access data in the database. When a client application requests data from the database, the request is placed in a queue and the client application must wait for its turn to access the data. The time that the query spends waiting is called a "wait" and is tracked by SQL Server. This information can be used to identify potential performance bottlenecks and optimize the performance of the database. Wait statistics are commonly used by database administrators to diagnose and troubleshoot performance issues in SQL Server.
In SQL Server, wait types help us understand where processes may be experiencing delays. One specific wait type, HADR_DBSEEDING_LIST, is related to high availability and disaster recovery (HADR) configurations, specifically with the seeding process in Always On Availability Groups. When this wait type appears, it typically means SQL Server is in the process of initializing or synchronizing a database with its replica. In this post, we’ll explore what HADR_DBSEEDING_LIST means, when it appears, and how it might impact SQL Server performance. What Is the HADR_DBSEEDING_LIST Wait Type?The HADR_DBSEEDING_LIST wait type appears when SQL Server is waiting during the seeding of a database in an Always On Availability Group. Seeding is the process of copying a database from the primary replica to a secondary replica so they are synchronized. This ensures that the secondary replica has the same data as the primary and can take over if needed. When SQL Server is seeding a database, it might have to wait for several reasons, such as network delays, disk performance, or the amount of data being transferred. The HADR_DBSEEDING_LIST wait type simply means SQL Server is currently waiting during this transfer process. When Does HADR_DBSEEDING_LIST Appear?You’ll typically see the HADR_DBSEEDING_LIST wait type in Always On Availability Group environments, particularly when a new secondary replica is being initialized or when a full database copy is required for synchronization. Common scenarios include:
These waits are normal during seeding operations, as SQL Server ensures that the primary and secondary databases are fully synchronized for high availability. Why HADR_DBSEEDING_LIST Waits MatterWhile HADR_DBSEEDING_LIST waits are expected during the initial synchronization process, they can impact performance and data availability, especially in environments with large databases or slow networks. High or prolonged HADR_DBSEEDING_LIST waits may signal:
How to Address HADR_DBSEEDING_LIST WaitsIf you are seeing high HADR_DBSEEDING_LIST waits, here are some strategies to help speed up the seeding process and reduce wait times:
ConclusionThe HADR_DBSEEDING_LIST wait type in SQL Server appears when the system is waiting during the seeding process in an Always On Availability Group. While these waits are normal during synchronization, frequent or prolonged waits can indicate network or disk performance issues, especially with larger databases. By optimizing network and storage resources, scheduling seeding during off-peak times, and monitoring database size, you can help reduce HADR_DBSEEDING_LIST waits and improve SQL Server’s high-availability performance. If you need help with SQL Server high availability, performance tuning, or managing Always On Availability Groups, Stedman Solutions offers managed services to ensure your SQL Server environment runs efficiently and reliably.
Applies toRelated WaitsHADR_AG_MUTEXHADR_AR_CRITICAL_SECTION_ENTRY HADR_AR_MANAGER_MUTEX HADR_AR_UNLOAD_COMPLETED HADR_ARCONTROLLER_NOTIFICATIONS_SUBSCRIBER_LIST HADR_BACKUP_BULK_LOCK HADR_BACKUP_QUEUE HADR_CLUSAPI_CALL HADR_COMPRESSED_CACHE_SYNC HADR_CONNECTIVITY_INFO HADR_DATABASE_FLOW_CONTROL HADR_DATABASE_VERSIONING_STATE HADR_DATABASE_WAIT_FOR_RESTART HADR_DATABASE_WAIT_FOR_TRANSITION_TO_VERSIONING HADR_DB_COMMAND HADR_DB_OP_COMPLETION_SYNC HADR_DB_OP_START_SYNC HADR_DBR_SUBSCRIBER HADR_DBR_SUBSCRIBER_FILTER_LIST HADR_DBSEEDING HADR_DBSTATECHANGE_SYNC HADR_FABRIC_CALLBACK HADR_FILESTREAM_BLOCK_FLUSH HADR_FILESTREAM_FILE_CLOSE HADR_FILESTREAM_FILE_REQUEST HADR_FILESTREAM_IOMGR HADR_FILESTREAM_MANAGER HADR_GROUP_COMMIT HADR_LOGCAPTURE_SYNC HADR_LOGCAPTURE_WAIT HADR_LOGPROGRESS_SYNC HADR_NOTIFICATION_DEQUEUE HADR_NOTIFICATION_WORKER_EXCLUSIVE_ACCESS HADR_NOTIFICATION_WORKER_STARTUP_SYNC HADR_NOTIFICATION_WORKER_TERMINATION_SYNC HADR_PARTNER_SYNC HADR_READ_ALL_NETWORKS HADR_RECOVERY_WAIT_FOR_CONNECTION HADR_RECOVERY_WAIT_FOR_UNDO HADR_REPLICAINFO_SYNC HADR_SYNC_COMMIT HADR_SYNCHRONIZING_THROTTLE HADR_TDS_LISTENER_SYNC HADR_TDS_LISTENER_SYNC_PROCESSING HADR_TIMER_TASK HADR_TRANSPORT_DBRLIST HADR_TRANSPORT_FLOW_CONTROL HADR_TRANSPORT_SESSION HADR_WORK_POOL HADR_WORK_QUEUE HADR_XRF_STACK_ACCESS See AlsoAll Wait Types |