SQL Server Backup

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From: Peter (anonymous_at_discussions.microsoft.com)
Date: 05/14/04


Date: Thu, 13 May 2004 19:09:52 -0700

We would like to keep only 1 copy of database backup as we
run out of disk space.

However, if we choose "Remove Files Older than 1 Day" in
the Database Maintenance Plan, it will remove the previous
day backup even though last night backup is not successful.

Is there any suggestion ?



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