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Helper IIPushing Report created from using Dataflow from Dev to Prod
Duplicating a PROD report into DEV/TEST for modifications and republishing it to PROD will not break the link if:
- The dataset remains the same (or you rebind the report to the correct PROD dataset before publishing).
- You overwrite the existing PROD report (instead of creating a new one) to maintain the report GUID.
Potential Issues:
- If DEV/TEST uses a separate dataset and the report isn’t updated to link to the PROD dataset before publishing, problems may occur.
Suggested:
- Duplicate the PROD report into DEV/TEST.
- Make modifications in DEV/TEST.
- Before republishing, ensure the report is linked to the correct PROD dataset.
- Overwrite the existing PROD report (don’t create a new one).
This ensures the link remains intact and avoids issues.
Super UserHi Marshmallow
Yes, you can remove the report from DEV and TEST after pushing it to PROD, but keeping it has benefits like audit traceability, rollback in case of issues, future updates, and compliance. If storage is a concern, consider archiving instead.
Note: Check your organization's policies and best practices before removing DEV/TEST reports.
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Helper IIHi, won't archiving also taking up storage? Also, what is the best protocol if we need to update the visualisation if we have deleted the dev/test reports.
- ArwaAldoud
You're correct that archiving consumes storage, but it's often a more efficient and structured approach for managing older or less frequently accessed reports compared to keeping them in active environments.
If you've deleted the DEV/TEST reports and need to update visualizations, here are some options:
- If the PROD report is stable, use it as a reference and duplicate it back into the DEV/TEST environment for modifications.
- If no backup exists, recreate the report in DEV or TEST using the available datasets and business logic.- Marshmallow
I was being advised by my colleague if I use the prod report as a reference and duplicate it back into the DEV/TEST env for modifications and re-push it back to the Prod, it will break the link....I haven't tried this myself but i am trying to understand it.
I was thinking to apply the same concept (opt. 1) you listed but being opposed by collague. So I am seeking confirmation :).
- ArwaAldoud
Duplicating a PROD report into DEV/TEST for modifications and republishing it to PROD will not break the link if:
- The dataset remains the same (or you rebind the report to the correct PROD dataset before publishing).
- You overwrite the existing PROD report (instead of creating a new one) to maintain the report GUID.
Potential Issues:
- If DEV/TEST uses a separate dataset and the report isn’t updated to link to the PROD dataset before publishing, problems may occur.
Suggested:
- Duplicate the PROD report into DEV/TEST.
- Make modifications in DEV/TEST.
- Before republishing, ensure the report is linked to the correct PROD dataset.
- Overwrite the existing PROD report (don’t create a new one).
This ensures the link remains intact and avoids issues.