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Igorpole
5 years agoHelper I
Gateway doesn't work without a database name
Hi! My datasource is an on-prem SQL Server. In the PBI Desktop it's possible to leave the database name blank and to pull all the databases from the server. But when I go to the PBI Service I can...
- 5 years ago
Hi,
There is no way. Every database you use, have to be added to the gateway in the service. Thats just how it works. Add or remove a gateway data source - Power BI | Microsoft Docs This link can walk you through how.
Thanks.
v-xulin-mstf
5 years agoCommunity Support
Hi Igorpole,
For SQL Server, you need provide the Server and Database.
And then you can add datasource in manage gateway.
Please refer:
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/power-bi/connect-data/service-gateway-data-sources
Best Regards,
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