Visual Studio 2015 SQL Server Data Tools missing “Add Table” option

Question

I have added a localdb to my project and trying to add tables to it. But I could not see \'Add Table\' item on the menu, there are only \'Refresh\' and \'Properties\' items.

Answer 1

Even tough I did the repair and rebooted, still I would not get "Add New Table" I verified that the installation (change, modify) had "Microsoft SQL Server Data Tools" selected.

I solved the issue by installing the latest version of "Microsoft SQL Server Data Tools" separately. https://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/mt204009.aspx • Download SSDT Product Release for Visual Studio 2012 (link) I installed the package and rebooted the computer. I opened the project, and I was able to select "Add New Table" :-)