pbir_add_page_filter · Power BI Report MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What pbir_add_page_filter does on Power BI Report MCP Server

AI agents use pbir_add_page_filter to create or update resources in Power BI Report MCP Server — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Power BI Report MCP Server environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why pbir_add_page_filter needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies filters in Power BI reports, which is a reversible data modification operation. It does not execute arbitrary code, delete data, or move money. While filters affect report behavior and data visibility, they are additive/modifiable configurations rather than destructive changes. The 'Write' category applies because the tool creates or modifies report filter structures.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'pbir_add_page_filter' and description 'Add a filter to a page or visual' indicates creation/modification of filter objects within Power BI reports. The tool parameters show it modifies report structure by adding filter entities.

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Verdict

pbir_add_page_filter Rate-limited

pbir_add_page_filter stays usable, but capped — an agent stuck in a loop can't make hundreds of changes a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "pbir_add_page_filter": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "pbir_add_page_filter_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about pbir_add_page_filter

What does the pbir_add_page_filter tool do? +

Add a filter to a page or visual. Omit visualId for page-level. topN requires visualId. Types: categorical / topN / relativeDate / advanced (Equals, GreaterThan, Contains, IsBlank, etc; supports And/Or compounds). It is categorised as a Write tool in the Power BI Report MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on pbir_add_page_filter? +

Register the Power BI Report MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for pbir_add_page_filter: allow, deny, rate-limit, or require approval. Point your MCP client at the PolicyLayer proxy URL and the rule is enforced on every call, before it reaches Power BI Report MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is pbir_add_page_filter? +

pbir_add_page_filter is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit pbir_add_page_filter? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the pbir_add_page_filter rule in your PolicyLayer policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.

How do I block pbir_add_page_filter completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for pbir_add_page_filter. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.

What MCP server provides pbir_add_page_filter? +

pbir_add_page_filter is provided by the Power BI Report MCP Server MCP server (jonathan-pap/powerbi-report-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.