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joegei
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PowerBI as datasource for Excel Pivot Table

‎02-22-2017 03:22 AM

Hi 

 

I was wondering if it's possible to connect to a PowerBI model (basically a Tabular model) in the cloud from Excel, just like you are able to connect with Excel to an SSAS tabular model.

I have a number of users that prefer to analyse their data using Excel and a number that prefer PowerBI as their front-end tool. I like to keep both of them on the same model that I want to host on PowerBI web.

 

Is this possible out of the box, or do I need to export the model I create with PBI Desktop to an SSAS server and run it from there to keep both kinds of users happy?

 

 

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ImkeF
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‎02-23-2017 07:45 AM

Yes, see here: http://exceleratorbi.com.au/direct-connect-excel-power-bi-service/

 

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ImkeF
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‎02-23-2017 07:45 AM

Yes, see here: http://exceleratorbi.com.au/direct-connect-excel-power-bi-service/

 

Imke Feldmann (The BIccountant)

If you liked my solution, please give it a thumbs up. And if I did answer your question, please mark this post as a solution. Thanks!

How to integrate M-code into your solution -- How to get your questions answered quickly -- How to provide sample data -- Check out more PBI- learning resources here -- Performance Tipps for M-queries

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joegei
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‎02-23-2017 10:06 PM

That was exactly what I was looking for. Thanks for that!

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