Power BI semantic model
A Power BI semantic model source maps the same governed model your reports already use — so a map reflects the same measures, relationships, and security as the rest of your Power BI content.
Connecting
You can either:
- Pick fields and measures from the model, or
- Run a DAX query for full control over the result.
Set a location so the results can be drawn on the map.
Measures and security
- The model's measures and relationships are computed by the model, so your map shows the same numbers as your reports.
- Row-level security (RLS) defined in the model is enforced — each user sees only the rows their role allows.
Next steps
- Data sources overview — common configuration.
- Security & permissions — how RLS applies to maps and published views.