Technical requirements
Before you start using the ledger features in Azure SQL Database, there are some technical prerequisites that you should meet to ensure the smooth implementation and utilization of these features. First, you need an active Microsoft Azure subscription to access and use Azure SQL Database and its features. If you don’t have one, you can sign up for a free trial or a pay-as-you-go subscription at https://azure.com.
Once you’ve obtained an Azure subscription, you need an Azure SQL Database instance provisioned and running. The ledger feature is available for SQL Server 2022, Azure SQL Database, and Azure SQL Managed Instance. Specifically, the ledger features are available in the Business Critical and Premium service tiers of Azure SQL Database.
Finally, make sure that you have appropriate permissions to manage Azure SQL Database and configure its features. Typically, this requires the role of a Database Administrator or being the owner of the...