When a Database Administrator (DBA) sees 14.0.1000.169 , they are not looking at a specific Cumulative Update (like CU5 or CU10) in isolation. Instead, they are looking at a .
In the Microsoft build numbering system, "14.0" identifies the major version (SQL Server 2017), while "1000.169" indicates the initial "gold" release. This specific build serves as the baseline for all subsequent updates. Microsoft SQL Server 2017 Release Stage: RTM (Release to Manufacturing) Release Date: October 2, 2017 Compatibility Level: 140 Key Features Introduced in this Build sql server 14.0.1000.169
SQL Server 2017 build versions (KB4047329) - Microsoft Learn When a Database Administrator (DBA) sees 14