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Usage Reports deployed to APP
Is there a way to create and then post usage reports inside the workspace APP (PBI Service)? Basically want to post the canned usage reports available to admins from workspace.
I can create and view the usage reports for Admin but wanted the usage reports deployed to the app because there are concerns with granting individuals that do not do development work rights in the workspace.
Hi, common763
Thanks for the reply from lbendlin
First, make sure you have the necessary usage reports.
You can create these reports by providing your administrator with a copy of the prebuilt usage metrics reports or by connecting to a semantic model in Power BI Desktop called Usage Metrics Report. For detailed steps, see the documentation:
Monitor usage metrics in workspaces (preview) - Power BI | Microsoft Learn
Once you have the report, you can edit it as needed. Keep in mind that the report will be based on the original semantic model, so any changes in Power BI can affect the report. Make sure that the report is saved in the desired workspace where you want to create the app.
If you haven't created an app yet, create an app from your workspace or update an existing app to include the new usage report. As part of the app creation or update process, you can select reports, including usage reports, as part of your app. For guidance on publishing your app, see How to publish your app.
Once your app is published, you can share it with your target audience. Users who have access to the app will be able to view usage reports without having develop permissions in the workspace.
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These usage report are specifically designed to prevent you from doing that.
Use the Tenant Audit Logs instead, with RLS on workspace membership if you must.
I will give this a shot since something is preventing me from connecting to semantic model and deploying from workspace. It shows in the workspace but not in the content when I go to upload. Thanks.
Hi, common763
Thanks for the reply from lbendlin
First, make sure you have the necessary usage reports.
You can create these reports by providing your administrator with a copy of the prebuilt usage metrics reports or by connecting to a semantic model in Power BI Desktop called Usage Metrics Report. For detailed steps, see the documentation:
Monitor usage metrics in workspaces (preview) - Power BI | Microsoft Learn
Once you have the report, you can edit it as needed. Keep in mind that the report will be based on the original semantic model, so any changes in Power BI can affect the report. Make sure that the report is saved in the desired workspace where you want to create the app.
If you haven't created an app yet, create an app from your workspace or update an existing app to include the new usage report. As part of the app creation or update process, you can select reports, including usage reports, as part of your app. For guidance on publishing your app, see How to publish your app.
Once your app is published, you can share it with your target audience. Users who have access to the app will be able to view usage reports without having develop permissions in the workspace.
How to Get Your Question Answered Quickly
Best Regards
Yongkang Hua
If this post helps, then please consider Accept it as the solution to help the other members find it more quickly.
