How can I use `THROW` to simulate a specific SQL Server error for testing purposes?

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How can I use `THROW` to simulate a specific SQL Server error for testing purposes?
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You can use `THROW` with a known system error number to simulate that error. For example, to simulate a common constraint violation error, you might use `THROW 2627, 'Violation of PRIMARY KEY constraint ''PK_MyTable''. Cannot insert duplicate key in object ''MyTable''.', 1;`. However, be cautious when re-throwing system errors as it can lead to unexpected behavior if not handled correctly.