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JānisB
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1 year ago
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Data Gateway connection problem - The parameter is incorrect

Hi,

When we try to connect to GW (is Online), the error appear.
Power BI > Settings > Manage connections and gateways > New connection

 

Unable to create connection for the following reason: There was an error in the data gateway.

Details:

Gateway2: The parameter is incorrect.

Status code: 400

What could be a reason?

  • Hi, hope this hleps. 
    The "The parameter is incorrect" error when setting up a Data Gateway connection is likely due to configuration issues. To resolve:

    1. Check Gateway Status: Ensure the gateway is online and updated to the latest version.
    2. Verify Data Source: Match the data source type, credentials, and connection string in both the gateway and Power BI.
    3. Network Issues: Ensure no firewalls or network restrictions block gateway connectivity.
    4. Permissions: Verify you have the required permissions for the gateway and Power BI.
    5. Logs: Review gateway logs (C:\Program Files\On-premises data gateway\logs) for detailed errors.

     

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  • Hi, hope this hleps. 
    The "The parameter is incorrect" error when setting up a Data Gateway connection is likely due to configuration issues. To resolve:

    1. Check Gateway Status: Ensure the gateway is online and updated to the latest version.
    2. Verify Data Source: Match the data source type, credentials, and connection string in both the gateway and Power BI.
    3. Network Issues: Ensure no firewalls or network restrictions block gateway connectivity.
    4. Permissions: Verify you have the required permissions for the gateway and Power BI.
    5. Logs: Review gateway logs (C:\Program Files\On-premises data gateway\logs) for detailed errors.

     

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      JānisB
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      It looks like we will can check after Xmas or next year.

      About 3. - what could be the main setup and configuration needs?