Export Data from Power BI to csv does not work

Hi Schigia 

Possible Causes & Solutions:

1. Export Restrictions on Visuals

Some visuals have export limitations based on their structure:

• If a table contains too many rows (150,000+ for CSV export in Power BI Desktop), it might fail.
• If you're trying to export data from a Matrix, Power BI may restrict detailed-level exports.

Solution: Try exporting from a simpler Table visual instead of a Matrix or other complex visuals.

2. Row-Level Security (RLS) or Permissions Issue

If your report has Row-Level Security (RLS) or specific permissions, you may not be allowed to export certain data.

Solution: Check your data source permissions or try exporting with a user that has full access.

3. Data Export is Disabled in Power BI Settings

Power BI Desktop might have export restrictions enabled.

Solution:

• Go to File → Options and Settings → Options
• Under Current File → Report settings, check if "Export Data" is enabled.

4. Corrupted Visual or File

If a specific table or sheet is causing the issue, the file might have a corruption.

Solution:

• Try duplicating the table visual and export again.
• Create a new report and connect to the same data source.
• Export the data from the new report.

5. Power BI Version Issue

A Power BI update might have introduced a bug.

Solution:

• Update Power BI Desktop to the latest version from the Microsoft Store or the official website.
• If the issue started after an update, try rolling back to a previous version.

6. Data Volume Too Large

If you're dealing with very large datasets, Power BI might struggle to export them.

Solution:

• Try filtering the table before exporting.
• Use DAX measures to limit the data.

7. Software Conflicts

Some background processes may interfere with Power BI’s export functionality.

Solution:

• Close unnecessary applications.
• Restart Power BI and try again.

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