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Unable to Copy Semantic Model or create a Direct Query
Why in the heck does Power BI not allow copying a semantic model in a workspace? I can only "move" a model. Does anyone know how this is done? Don't tell me I have to use the API?
I agree with this if possible. Not all models can be downloaded though- here are the limitations:
Power BI doesn’t let you copy semantic models—only move them—because of workspace-bound metadata and lineage constraints. DirectQuery fails if the model’s in My Workspace or has restricted settings.
Workarounds:
- Use PBIP projects to re-upload
- Deploy via Tabular Editor
- Try Semantic Link Labs for Fabric