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Wani_Muneer
Helper I
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Issue regarding power bi report using Lookup column relationships'

I have imported all tables from a SharePoint list into Power BI and created relationships between them. The main table uses a real ID column, while other tables use lookup ID columns. The relationships are defined as one-to-many, with the main table's ID column linked to the lookup ID columns in other tables.

When I use data from two tables in a Table visual, it works fine. However, when I add data from a third table, I encounter the error: 'Can't determine relationships between the fields.'

How can I resolve this issue?"

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AgataJ
Helper II
Helper II

Hi @Wani_Muneer ,

 

Are all the lookup tables linked to the Main Table by ID column? Any chance you could share your schema?

 

Kind regards,

Agata

 

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rajendraongole1
Super User
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Hi @Wani_Muneer  - If your model has inactive relationships (dashed lines) or multiple paths between tables, ambiguity can arise.

Check if a relationship is inactive or duplicates another path to connect the tables

Things to cross check at model.

  • Selecting the relationship in Model view.
  • Enabling the "Make this relationship active" checkbox.
  • Delete the existing relationships between the tables.
  • Recreate them manually in Model view, ensuring the correct columns are used.

check the above steps in your model and i hope it helps.

 





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Here's the corrected and rephrased version of your statement:

"I have checked everything in the relationships, and the relationship is active. I have done everything correctly, but I couldn't find a solution. Please help me if you find any new solutions."

Let me know if you need further clarification or assistance!

AgataJ
Helper II
Helper II

Hi @Wani_Muneer ,

 

Are all the lookup tables linked to the Main Table by ID column? Any chance you could share your schema?

 

Kind regards,

Agata

 

You're welcome, AgataJ! Here's the corrected and rephrased version of your statement:

 

"I have lookup tables linked to the main table via the ID column, but I encountered the same error: 'Can't determine relationships between the fields.'".
do you have any solution please share .

Hi @Wani_Muneer ,

it is difficult to advise anything without seeing the schema. I'd follow steps provided by @rajendraongole1 , if it doesn't help, please provide a screenshot of the schema.

Kind regards,

Agata

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