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How can I identify and address data discrepancies in Looker Studio reports?
Asked on Dec 09, 2025
Answer
Data discrepancies in Looker Studio reports can arise from various sources, such as incorrect data connections or mismatched date ranges. To identify and address these issues, you should systematically review your data sources and configurations.
- Sign in to your Looker Studio account.
- Open the report with the suspected discrepancies.
- Check the data source settings by clicking on "Resource" → "Manage added data sources."
- Ensure that the data source connections are correct and up-to-date.
- Review any applied filters or date range settings in the report to ensure they match your analysis criteria.
- Compare the data in Looker Studio with the original data source to identify any inconsistencies.
Additional Comment:
- Verify that all data sources are correctly linked and that permissions are set to allow data access.
- Ensure that any calculated fields or custom metrics are correctly defined and applied.
- Check for any recent changes in the data source schema that might affect data retrieval.
- Consider refreshing the data source cache if discrepancies persist.
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