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f-99
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I am experiencing an issue with Power BI. When I try to open the application, I encounter an error message that says: “Something went wrong. Object reference not set to an instance of an object.”  ...
  • rajendraongole1's avatar
    1 year ago

    Hi f-99 - The error message "Object reference not set to an instance of an object" in Power BI typically indicates a problem with the installation, corrupt files, or a conflict with system settings.

     

    Power BI Desktop | Microsoft Power Platform

     

    Corrupted cache files can cause the error. Clear the cache folder:

    Navigate to the cache location:
    Windows 10/11:
    C:\Users\<YourUsername>\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Power BI Desktop
    Delete the Cache folder.
    Restart Power BI Desktop.

     

    Repair or Reinstall Power BI Desktop
    Repair Installation:
    Go to Control Panel → Programs → Programs and Features.
    Find Power BI Desktop, select it, and click Repair.
    Reinstall Power BI Desktop:
    Uninstall Power BI Desktop.
    Delete all residual files in the following locations:
    C:\Program Files\Microsoft Power BI Desktop
    C:\Users\<YourUsername>\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Power BI Desktop
    C:\Users\<YourUsername>\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Power BI Desktop
    Restart your computer and reinstall Power BI Desktop.

     

    system compatilibilty:

    Operating System: Windows 10 (64-bit) or later.

    .NET Framework: Ensure you have .NET Framework 4.7.2 or later installed.

    RAM: At least 4 GB (8 GB recommended).

     

    Hope this heps.