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pawlowski6132
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Error refreshing PBI model via Excel

So, I went the 'Analyze Excel' route and have an Excel Workbook connected to a PowerBI dataset.

 

When I open the XLS file in Excel Desktop locally and refresh, all OK.

 

When I move this XLS file to the cloud (O365 Onedrive for Business or Sharepoint, all NOT OK.

 

Thoughts? Error feedback is horribly inadequate. 

thanx much.

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GilbertQ
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Hi @pawlowski6132 

 

Currently it is not possible to refresh an Excel workbook that is connected to the Power BI Dataset or even an SSAS or AAS Cube.

 

 





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