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clteh9
Helper I
Helper I

Periodically refresh dataset and append data into dataset

I retrieve the data via ODBC connection and the datasource only store 30 days data.
I would like to keep 1 year data in power bi dataset.
May i know is there any way it can be done and  how can i automate the date retrieval and data housekeeping periodically. thanks
I am using power BI Desktop app.

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Uzi2019
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Hi @clteh9 ,
Try to use incremental refresh to refresh your data set . It stores historical data as well as apend lastest data by time to time.

For your refrence of ODBC connection try to use below concept.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x7q1DHf8wE4 

Please accept this as solution if my reply helps you. 
Atleast dont forget to give kudos.
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seems like it is only supported for Power BI Premium. I am not using Power BI Premium and Pro Version. Is there any way it can be done with Free Version?

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