Switch Microsoft Power BI to Fabric

Migration

License Change

Seamless transition

Why the switch from Power BI to Fabric is unavoidable

Microsoft has announced the discontinuation of Power BI Premium per capacity (P-SKUs). Companies that previously relied on these capacities need to switch to Microsoft Fabric. Fabric has been available since 2023 and combines Power BI with Azure Synapse, Data Factory, and other workloads into a comprehensive data platform.

This step signifies more than a mere license change - it is a strategic shift from Power BI to Fabric, which should be carefully planned.

Schedule

Benefits

Existing Licenses

Migration

FAQ

Schedule

Benefits

Existing Licenses

Migration

FAQ

Schedule

Benefits

Existing Licenses

Migration

FAQ

The schedule for the switch from Power BI to Fabric

New Customers

As of July 1, 2024, Power BI Premium P-SKUs can no longer be purchased. New customers must adopt Fabric directly.

New Customers

As of July 1, 2024, Power BI Premium P-SKUs can no longer be purchased. New customers must adopt Fabric directly.

Existing customers without an Enterprise Agreement (EA)

From January 1, 2025, no further extensions are possible. At the end of the contract, a mandatory switch to Fabric. From January 1, 2026, only Fabric.

Existing customers without an Enterprise Agreement (EA)

From January 1, 2025, no further extensions are possible. At the end of the contract, a mandatory switch to Fabric. From January 1, 2026, only Fabric.

Existing customers with an Enterprise Agreement (EA)

Extension of Power BI Premium until the end of the EA contract. The switch must be made by expiry at the latest. If extended by December 31, 2024, usage is possible until January 1, 2028.

Existing customers with an Enterprise Agreement (EA)

Extension of Power BI Premium until the end of the EA contract. The switch must be made by expiry at the latest. If extended by December 31, 2024, usage is possible until January 1, 2028.

Sovereign Cloud Customers

Not affected by the switch, as Microsoft Fabric is not available there.

Sovereign Cloud Customers

Not affected by the switch, as Microsoft Fabric is not available there.

Benefits

Advantages of switching to Fabric

With Microsoft Fabric

With Microsoft Fabric

Benefits

Pay-as-you-go billing instead of rigid annual contracts

Smaller SKUs for lower entry costs

Azure Integration with features like Managed Private Endpoints

Cost Attribution to the Azure Commitment (MACC)

More flexibility in scaling and pausing capacity

Without switching

Disadvantages

No Extension of Power BI Premium beyond 2028

License Risks Due to Expiring Contracts

Loss of Azure Integration

Higher operating costs without flexible billing

Limited Data Strategy compared to competitors

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Existing Licenses

Impact on other Power BI licenses

Power BI Pro

Remains fully intact and continues to be usable.

Power BI Pro

Remains fully intact and continues to be usable.

Power BI Premium per User (PPU)

Remains unchanged and is compatible with Fabric.

Power BI Premium per User (PPU)

Remains unchanged and is compatible with Fabric.

Power BI Embedded

Seamless integration and full compatibility with Fabric.

Power BI Embedded

Seamless integration and full compatibility with Fabric.

Power BI Report Server

Can be combined with Fabric – either via Fabric Reserved F64 (or larger) or via SQL Server Enterprise (Core) with Software Assurance (SA).

Power BI Report Server

Can be combined with Fabric – either via Fabric Reserved F64 (or larger) or via SQL Server Enterprise (Core) with Software Assurance (SA).

Migration

This is how the switch from Power BI to Fabric works

Simple Shift

Workspaces can be directly moved to Fabric capacities.

Simple Shift

Workspaces can be directly moved to Fabric capacities.

Mass migration possible

Even extensive migrations can be carried out smoothly.

Mass migration possible

Even extensive migrations can be carried out smoothly.

90 days transition period

After the contract ends, there are still 90 days available for the relocation.

90 days transition period

After the contract ends, there are still 90 days available for the relocation.

Separate activation required

The switch to fabric capacities does not automatically mean that all fabric features are active in the tenant – these must be activated separately.

Separate activation required

The switch to fabric capacities does not automatically mean that all fabric features are active in the tenant – these must be activated separately.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about switching from Power BI to Fabric

What does the switch from Power BI to Fabric specifically mean?

Microsoft is discontinuing the Power BI Premium P-SKUs. Companies need to transition to Microsoft Fabric, which enhances Power BI capabilities and integrates additional workloads.

What does the switch from Power BI to Fabric specifically mean?

Microsoft is discontinuing the Power BI Premium P-SKUs. Companies need to transition to Microsoft Fabric, which enhances Power BI capabilities and integrates additional workloads.

By when does the switch need to occur?

New Customers: From July 2024, only Fabric will be available. Existing customers without EA: by January 1, 2026 at the latest. EA Customers: by January 1, 2028 at the latest, if renewed on time.

By when does the switch need to occur?

New Customers: From July 2024, only Fabric will be available. Existing customers without EA: by January 1, 2026 at the latest. EA Customers: by January 1, 2028 at the latest, if renewed on time.

Is Power BI Pro affected by the switch?

No. Power BI Pro and Power BI Premium per User (PPU) will continue to exist and do not need to be migrated to Fabric.

Is Power BI Pro affected by the switch?

No. Power BI Pro and Power BI Premium per User (PPU) will continue to exist and do not need to be migrated to Fabric.

How does the switch affect the Power BI Report Server?

Fabric can be combined with the Power BI Report Server. It can be used either through a Fabric Reserved F64+ capacity or via SQL Server Enterprise (Core) with Software Assurance (SA).

How does the switch affect the Power BI Report Server?

Fabric can be combined with the Power BI Report Server. It can be used either through a Fabric Reserved F64+ capacity or via SQL Server Enterprise (Core) with Software Assurance (SA).

What advantages does the switch bring?

Companies benefit from pay-as-you-go billing, smaller SKUs, Azure integration, and more flexibility in usage.

What advantages does the switch bring?

Companies benefit from pay-as-you-go billing, smaller SKUs, Azure integration, and more flexibility in usage.

What happens if I delay the Wechsel?

By 2028 at the latest, the availability of Power BI Premium P-SKUs will end. Without migrating to Fabric, companies will lose their capacities.

What happens if I delay the Wechsel?

By 2028 at the latest, the availability of Power BI Premium P-SKUs will end. Without migrating to Fabric, companies will lose their capacities.

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We support you with the switch to Fabric, step by step

To ensure your company benefits as much as possible from Fabric, DIVINT supports you with a clear focus, the right data strategy, and practical training for your employees.

To ensure your company benefits as much as possible from Fabric, DIVINT supports you with a clear focus, the right data strategy, and practical training for your employees.

To ensure your company benefits as much as possible from Fabric, DIVINT supports you with a clear focus, the right data strategy, and practical training for your employees.

Thang Nguyen

Managing Director

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Thang Nguyen

CEO, DIVINT

Take advantage of the opportunity now and secure your edge with Microsoft Fabric!

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Thang Nguyen

CEO, DIVINT

Take advantage of the opportunity now and secure your edge with Microsoft Fabric!

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Thang Nguyen

CEO, DIVINT

Take advantage of the opportunity now and secure your edge with Microsoft Fabric!

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