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Copy semantic model into a workspace subfolder
Hi akileshoo
Power BI doesn’t let you copy semantic models (datasets) into subfolders within a workspace only reports can be copied, and datasets can only be moved. This can be a problem if you need historical snapshots or have automation (like Power Automate) tied to the model’s original location.
A practical workaround is to export the semantic model as a PBIP file using the Power BI REST API or tools like Tabular Editor, then save it in a version-controlled location (e.g., SharePoint or a data lake). Another option is to use a deployment pipeline that creates timestamped copies of the model in an archival workspace. It’s not the same as copying to a subfolder, but it preserves history without breaking existing automation.
Hi akileshoo
Power BI doesn’t let you copy semantic models (datasets) into subfolders within a workspace only reports can be copied, and datasets can only be moved. This can be a problem if you need historical snapshots or have automation (like Power Automate) tied to the model’s original location.
A practical workaround is to export the semantic model as a PBIP file using the Power BI REST API or tools like Tabular Editor, then save it in a version-controlled location (e.g., SharePoint or a data lake). Another option is to use a deployment pipeline that creates timestamped copies of the model in an archival workspace. It’s not the same as copying to a subfolder, but it preserves history without breaking existing automation.