Update to required permissions for Semantic Models in Fabric Data Agents
We’re announcing an update to the permissions required to interact with semantic models in Fabric data agents.
Today:
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As a creator, you must have access to the workspace where the semantic model lives and Build permission on the semantic model to add semantic model to a data agent.
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As a consumer, you need Read access to the semantic model to use a data agent to ask questions over the semantic model.
We’re simplifying this experience.
With this update, creators and consumers only need Read access on the semantic model to interact with it through a data agent. You no longer need workspace access to add a semantic model to a data agent or to ask questions from it. If you have Read access, you can add and use the semantic model within the data agent experience.
This change applies only to interactions through the data agent. If you need to modify the semantic model or use features such as Prep for AI, you will still need Write permission on the semantic model.
This update will take effect on April 6th. We’re sharing this in advance so you can review and adjust permissions if needed before the change goes live.
