Can transactional replication be configured from the Azure portal?

Transactional replication cannot be configured directly from the Azure portal. Instead, it is typically set up using other methods, such as SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) or by using scripts. This limitation arises mainly because transactional replication involves a series of complex configurations that go beyond what the Azure portal currently offers. It is important to realize that while Azure provides data replication features, such as Azure SQL Database Geo-Replication, these are not the same as traditional transactional replication that is commonly used in on-premises SQL Server environments.

Given the nature of Azure's services, which is continually evolving and improving, it's worth noting that certain functionalities that could mirror transactional replication might be available through other Azure services or through advanced configurations. However, the direct setup for transactional replication remains out of reach through the Azure portal as of the latest update.