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Line numbers can be very helpful when writing/debugging code in SQL Server Management Studio. Below are the simple steps to turn on line numbering in the query window.
Step 1
From the menu at the top, select Tools –> Options
Step 2
From the list on the left, choose Text Editor and then All Languages. Then select the Line numbers check box on the right. Choose OK to save your settings.