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Cannot Open the Power Query Editor

Anonymous
2025-04-04T05:49:55+00:00

Each time I try to Launch the Power Query Editor (thru Ribbon or Shortcut Key),

the following error appears:

Power Query wasn't able to start. Restart Excel and try again. You can also send feedback so we can learn more about the issue.

I already tried restarting both Excel and Windows. I also tried downloading a copy from OneDrive and restoring the file to previous versions to no avail. I don't remember doing anything important like renaming filenames or moving source files.

EDIT: The Power Query error is not exclusive to one workbook but is present in all the workbooks I opened. I ended up Uninstalling and Reinstalling Microsoft Office.

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  1. Anonymous
    2025-04-05T02:18:21+00:00

    Hi bunnyHQ,

    Thanks for your post in Microsoft Community.

    I understand that you are currently having Power Query related issues.

    First of all, Power Query-related issues require support in specific areas of specialization. There is a special section in Microsoft Fabric Community (English only) for this issue that is designed to support advanced users like yourself.

    Here is a link below to the forum where you can raise specific situations and share your ideas for solving the problem: Power Query - Microsoft Fabric Community

    Finally, while we can't assist you further, I hope the information I've provided will help you find a better direction.

    We will keep this issue on file in case our great volunteers come up with ideas for you.

    Best regards,

    Thomas C - MSFT | Microsoft Community Support Specialist

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