Modify stored procedure functionality is outputting the Alter stmt as dynamic SQL

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Just recently my SSMS changed and it's driving me crazy. Normally when you right click on a stored procedure and select "Modify", it outputs the stored procedure code as a bunch of SQL statements.

Starting yesterday, mine now outputs a giant sp_executesql statement (see screenshot). What setting controls this?? Using v 18.12.1

Answer 1

This is happening because of the existence check before the code creation of your procedure setting is enabled.

To control this behavior follow the steps.

1. From the menu option, click " Tools > Options ".
2. On the left side, expand " SQL Server Object Explorer " and choose " Scripting "
3. On the right-hand side, under the group " Object Scripting Options " change the setting " Check for object existence " to false.

Tested on v18.4

Answer 2

Not sure what settings need to be changed. Alternatively, you can click script procedure as -> alter to -> new query window
check this image