cannot use import sources when using a dataset live connection (i.e. composite model)

I am trying to use a composite model in Power BI Desktop with a live connection to a dataset in the PowerBI service. This will not work. If I am trying to connect I get: "The connect live option for...

Data Modeling

v-qiuyu-msft

Community Support

6 years ago

Hi Anonymous,

This is a limitation currently, see:

Since this connection is a live connection, left-navigation and modeling are disabled. You can only connect to one dataset in each report. This behavior is similar to the behavior when connected to SQL Server Analysis Services.

Please vote on this similar idea: https://ideas.powerbi.com/forums/265200-power-bi-ideas/suggestions/9908502-combine-live-data-with-imported-data

Best Regards,
Qiuyun Yu

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