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jgu1
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9 years ago
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Is there a API function to refresh Power BI service dataset and report on demand?

Hi,   we are building a power BI reprot linking to a dataset using DirectQuery. Dataset content (or direct query result) is subject to change as user updates data. We like to have a button; once it...
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    v-caliao-msft
    9 years ago

    jgu1,

     

    Based on my research, there is no such a option for us to achieve this requirement for DirectQuery model. You can do it in import mode easily. Do not set schedule for this dataset. And click refresh now button when you need to refresh your report.

     

    Regards,

    Charlie Liao

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v-caliao-msft
Microsoft Employee
9 years ago

jgu1,

 

Based on my research, there is no such a option for us to achieve this requirement for DirectQuery model. You can do it in import mode easily. Do not set schedule for this dataset. And click refresh now button when you need to refresh your report.

 

Regards,

Charlie Liao

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jgu1
Frequent Visitor
9 years ago

btw, does Power BI team has thought of exposing the refresh via API? why not or when do you see it coming?