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Import vs. Direct Query prompt not showing

Hello!

 

When load different data sources, I don't always get the Import vs. Direct Query prompt. Is there a reason for this? 

 

Thanks!

 

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tex628
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Not all datasources support direct query. 

Take a look, 4th column:
https://docs.microsoft.com/sv-se/power-bi/connect-data/power-bi-data-sources 

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tex628
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Not all datasources support direct query. 

Take a look, 4th column:
https://docs.microsoft.com/sv-se/power-bi/connect-data/power-bi-data-sources 

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Anonymous
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If only I knew Swedish! 😋

 

Thanks for the reference. Just what I needed! 

 

English version: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/power-bi/connect-data/power-bi-data-sources

tex628
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Hahaha, sometimes you're just a little to quick! 🙂 


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