Cannot format data from SSAS data model in a Matrix

[MoeCodez]

I've created a Matrix that is populated with data from a tabular model in SSAS.   I want to change the number of decimal places on one of fields but am unable to because all the Formatting options are greyed out.  Oddly, if I create a measure in PBI based on data from the model I can then change the format of that measure.  Why are the formatting options greyed out for the original SSAS data?

I'm using the March release of PBI Desktop SSRS version

[v-jiascu-msft]

Hi @MoeCodez,

Was the model live connection? If so, I'm afraid this is expected. You need to change the data type in the SSAS server. 

The workaround could be using a measure with the function "Format".

Best Regards,

Dale