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Power BI Replace

Build a new Power BI report with existing data sources (SQL Server, Excel, SharePoint, OData, API’s, Power BI Dataset, etc.): Here are the steps usually taken to build a new report connecting to existing data sources. The order of the steps will change based on requirements.

  • Open Power BI Desktop: Launch Power BI Desktop on your computer. Choose “File” > “New” to start a fresh report.

  • Connect to Existing Data Source: Click “Home” > “Get Data”. Select the appropriate data source type (e.g., SQL Server, Excel, SharePoint, Power BI Dataset). Provide necessary credentials and connection details. Load the data into Power BI. If using a Power BI Dataset from the service, choose “Power BI datasets” under “Get Data” and select the published dataset.

  • Transform and Clean Data: Use Power Query Editor to remove unnecessary columns, rename fields, filter rows, create calculated columns or custom transformations.

  • Model the Data: Define relationships between tables in Model view. Create calculated columns, measures, and hierarchies using DAX. Ensure the data model supports the visuals you plan to build.

  • Design the Report: Use the Report view to drag and drop visuals: Bar charts, pie charts, tables, slicers, maps, etc. Customize visuals with formatting options. Add filters and slicers for interactivity.

  • Add Interactivity: Use Bookmarks, Drill through pages, and Tooltips to enhance user experience. Configure visual interactions to control how visuals respond to each other.

  • Test and Validate: Check for data accuracy and performance. Validate calculations and filters. Ensure visuals are intuitive and informative.

  • Save and Publish: Save your report as a .pbix file. Click “Publish” to upload it to the Power BI Service. Choose the appropriate workspace.

  • Share and Collaborate: Set up permissions and access controls. Create dashboards from report visuals. Schedule auto data refreshes if needed.

Power BI Repair

Repair an existing Power BI report that isn’t working correctly: Here are the steps we usually follow to bring a non-working Power BI report back to functioning as intended. The order of the steps will change based on error behavior.

  • Categorize the Error - Type: Is it a data issue, visual rendering problem, DAX error, or refresh failure? Scope: Does it affect one report, multiple reports, or the entire workspace?

  • Review Error Message and Logs: Examine the full error message in Power BI Desktop or Service. Check the Refresh History and Activity Log for failures or anomalies.

  • Validate Data Sources: Confirm connectivity to databases, files, or APIs. Check for schema changes (renamed columns, deleted tables). Test gateway configuration if using on-premises sources.

  • Inspect Power Queries: Open Power Query Editor and step through each transformation. Look for broken steps, missing columns, or incorrect data types.

  • Debug DAX Measures: Use variables to isolate logic. Test intermediate results with temporary measures. Use DAX Studio for performance profiling.

  • Check Model Relationships: Ensure relationships are correctly defined and cardinality is appropriate. Avoid circular dependencies and ambiguous paths.

  • Test Visuals and Filters: Remove filters or slicers to isolate visual issues. Check if visuals are dependent on broken measures or fields.

  • Assess Performance: Use Performance Analyzer to identify slow visuals. Reduce page complexity and optimize model size.

  • Verify Security and Access: Confirm Row-Level Security (RLS) roles are correctly applied. Ensure users have access to datasets and reports.

  • Document and Escalate: Record findings and attempted fixes. Work with Power BI admins if unresolved.