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dashmarley11
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How to Break Link Excel File

I have an Excel file that I loaded into PowerBI but I need to break the link so that the file is never included in the refresh schedule and always stays static.

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NaveenGandhi
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Hi

Why not just paste the data directly by using Enter data.
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NaveenGandhi
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Untick the include in report refresh, It won't be included in report refresh.

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dashmarley11
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@NaveenGandhi  The file is way too big (3,000 Cell Limit) and would take 10+ Append Queries and so I was hoping there was an easier way.

NaveenGandhi
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Hi

Why not just paste the data directly by using Enter data.
Screenshot 2024-06-26 203240.png

If this post helps, then please consider Accept it as the solution to help the others find it more quickly. Appreciate you kudos!!

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