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When I try to import an Excel file or enter data manually into Power BI Desktop I get the following error:
Failed to save modifications to the server. Error returned: 'The provider 'Microsoft.PowerBI.OleDb' is not registered. The following system error occurred: Class not registered’.
I am using Power BI Desktop x64 and Excel x32 bit.
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@HamidBee
Try reinstalling PBI Desktop and make sure you have the lastest update.
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Hi @HamidBee ,
The issue may be caused by the bit-version mismatch. Please try the following methods, later check if it can connect to excel file or user "Enter data" function successfully.
1. Uninstall and Reinstall Power Bi Dekstop
2. Install the 64-bit version Office
Troubleshoot importing Access and Excel .xls files in Power BI Desktop
Change the bit-version of Microsoft Office to match the bit-version of your Power BI Desktop installation:
Uninstall Microsoft Office
Install the version of Office that matches your Power BI Desktop installation.
3. Delete and recreate Shortcut
Fix: Power Bi error the provider is not registered
- Try to delete the Power Bi shortcut from the desktop.
- Now create a new shortcut from the Start screen for the Desktop.
- Or simply try to open the Power Bi app from the start screen.
Best Regards
@HamidBee
Try reinstalling PBI Desktop and make sure you have the lastest update.
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Thanks this did the trick.
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