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Cannot use composite model functionality (change your model)
Thanks everyone, figured it out with Claude. The issue was that when I published the report I had published it into MY WORKSPACE. In order for a semantic report to support a composite model, it has to be saved to a teams workspace.
I added a new workspace, published the base report to that space and then opened a blank project. I connected to the team version and immediately have the MAKE CHANGES TO THE MODEL link.
Hi,
I faced a similar situation before, and in most cases it comes down to the type of connection being used. The "Change your model" option only appears when the semantic model connection supports a composite model (DirectQuery to the semantic model). If the file was connected using a normal live connection, the option will not be available.
Could you check if you have Build permission on the semantic model and try reconnecting again from Get Data → Power BI semantic models? During the connection process, make sure you select the option that allows making changes to the model (if available).
Also, confirm that you are using the latest version of Power BI Desktop.
If it is still missing, it would help to know whether the semantic model is hosted in Fabric/Premium capacity or shared capacity, as that can affect composite model availability.
Thanks. I opened a blank project and then connected to the semantic model. There were no options available other than CONNECT. Message at the bottom is "CONNECTED LIVE TO THE POWER BI SEMANTIC MODEL:".
I am not hosted in Premium capacity.