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Error message; xyz.pbix is damaged and cannot be opened with Power BI Desktop

‎02-21-2022 01:55 AM

Dear all,

 

While saving the concerned file last time, i had problems with my PC and I could not close PBI Desktop regularly on Friday.

This morning I tried to open the file and got the following message:

 

Screenshot_PBI.JPG

What can I do now? Is there any chance to get this file opened again? It was a tragedy if not...😩

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‎02-21-2022 06:39 AM

I restarted my PC and after it...it worked again. 🙂

 

Thx for your feedback!

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‎02-21-2022 02:48 AM

@Orstenpowers , Open a blank file, and check the version under file -> About.

 

If this is because of Feb 2022 version, Then you can install an older version and try

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/power-bi/desktop-latest-update-archive

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I restarted my PC and after it...it worked again. 🙂

 

Thx for your feedback!

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