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Data source: access db, does not work sometimes
Hello, I’m reaching out for your help in understanding an issue I’m experiencing with one of our dataflows. I have an Access database stored in a shared folder, which I’ve been accessing without...
- Verify folder permissions with IT to ensure your Microsoft account still has access.
- Use UNC path (e.g., \\Server\Folder\file.accdb) instead of mapped drives.
- Ensure stable network/VPN connection when refreshing the dataflow.
- Install and configure On-premises Data Gateway if accessing from Power BI Service.
- Clear and re-enter credentials in Power BI under Data Source Settings.
Hi ekoroleva,
Thank you for reaching out to Microsoft Fabric Community.
Thank you BhavinVyas3003 for the prompt response.
As we haven’t heard back from you, we wanted to kindly follow up to check if the solution provided by the super user resolved your issue? or let us know if you need any further assistance.
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Hi @ekoroleva,
We wanted to kindly follow up to check if the solution provided by the super user resolved your issue.
If any response resolved your issue, please mark it as "Accept as solution" and click "Yes" if you found it helpful.
Thanks and regards,
Anjan Kumar Chippa