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That_Analyst
Microsoft Employee
4 years ago

Problem with WevView2

I'm unable to edit steps in the query editor. I need to modify some of the steps but when I click on the steps it gives the above message and sometimes I don't get any error but won't let me edit the step and nothing happens when I click on the settings next to the step.

 

Need Help

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  • amitchandak's avatar
    amitchandak
    Super User
    4 years ago

    That_Analyst , Just press the refresh under the home tab of the power query

     

    Seem like you have unchecked background preview of data under data load in options and settings 

  • Anonymous's avatar
    Anonymous
    Not applicable
    4 years ago

    Hi That_Analyst ,

    Fo using the new version of the Power BI Desktop, you need to install the WebView2 on your computer.

    Check this link for more info:

    Power BI Desktop Installer Changes & WebView2 | Microsoft Power BI Blog | Microsoft Power BI

     

    I have also found a similar document, please refer to it to see if it helps you.

    Resolve issues when starting Power BI Desktop - Power BI | Microsoft Docs

    The majority of the cases is caused by some program on your machine, mostly anti-virus software. To verify this is the case, please perform the following steps:

    1. Close Power BI Desktop.

    2. Open Windows Settings > About > Advanced System Settings and configure a new Environment Variable:

    If I have misunderstood you meaning, please provide more details.

     

    Best Regards

    Community Support Team _ Polly

     

    If this post helps, then please consider Accept it as the solution to help the other members find it more quickly.