When you have access to an existing dataset in Power BI Service, you can reuse the dataset instead of creating a new dataset. Reusing dataset is recommended because of the efficiency. Please follow the steps below to access the dataset and create a report.

  1. Open Power BI Desktop and create a new report. Select "Power BI dataset" from the “Get Data” menu. Be sure to click on the drop down arrow, not on the icon above it.

    Get Data drop down menu in PBI

  2. Choose the Power BI Dataset you would like to use and design your report. To verify which dataset you are using, you can see the name of the dataset you are using on the bottom right corner of your screen.
    dataset name in get data screen

  3. When you use an existing dataset, you will not see the "Data" view pane.

             

  4. Create a report. Read Report Creation Workflow for more information.



HELP IS AT HAND!

Link to compose email for help with website.Question, comment, critique? We are here to help and we strive to make our site a comprehensive, user friendly experience. Contact us at DARTS@maine.edu.