Act Error Message Fix: Act has determined that Microsoft SQL Server is not running
Don’t waste any time trying to figure it out, simply use these steps to solve the issue. Please try this method to resolve this issue and let me know if you need help:
1. Press the Windows Logo Key + R (note: the logo key is on your keyboard)
2. In the Run dialog, type services.msc, then press Enter or click OK
3. Right-click SQL Server (ACT7)
4. Choose Start and then once it starts, try to open your Act! database
Act Knowledgebase Answer ID: 27046 | Source: http://kb.act.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/34183/~/error%3A-act%21-has-determined-that-microsoft-sql-server-is-not-running.-act%21-will