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Can't Save the file
Hi AbhishekSahu9,
Since the dashboard is still open and functional, you can try this first:
Save as a Copy: Instead of using the "Save" or "Save As" options directly, try exporting your report by going to File → Export → Power BI Template (.pbit). This might bypass the corruption issue and let you save most of your work.
Copy to a New File: Create a new Power BI file and copy the visualizations, data model, and measures manually if the template export doesn't work. This is a bit tedious but can save your work if nothing else does.
Super UserHi AbhishekSahu9 ,
This issue usually happens due to one of the following reasons — here’s a quick checklist to help you troubleshoot:
Check your license
Make sure your Power BI Pro license is active. Sometimes expired or missing licenses can block saving.Sensitivity labels
If your organization uses sensitivity labels (like Confidential, Restricted), try changing the label to something less restrictive. A few users have reported that switching to “Restricted” allowed them to save the file.Live connection limitations
If your report is using a live connection to a dataset in Power BI Service, you might not be able to save it as a regular .pbix file. Try using File > Save As and see if that works.Permissions
If you're working in a shared or premium workspace, make sure you have the right permissions to save or edit the file.Try signing out and back in
It sounds simple, but a few users mentioned that signing out of Power BI Desktop and signing back in helped resolve the issue temporarily.
Let me know which setup you're using (import vs live connection, workspace type, etc.) and I can help dig deeper.
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