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How to Resolve Power Automate Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Policy Errors
Question details
The user needs to fix a Power Automate flow that was suspended for violating the organization's data loss prevention policies.
- Product
- Microsoft Power Automate
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- A user's automated flow designed to remind users to update a plan is suddenly suspended by the system due to security rules.
- Observed behavior
- The flow halts execution and returns an error stating it violates the administrator's data loss prevention (DLP) policy.
Confirm your account privileges. Resolving DLP policy errors usually requires Power Platform Administrator access to modify environment policies or grant exceptions.
Review and Adjust Connector Classifications
Identify which connectors are blocked by the DLP policy and adjust the data groups if you have administrative access.
Data Loss Prevention policies categorize connectors into 'Business', 'Non-business', and 'Blocked' groups. Flows are suspended if they attempt to mix Business and Non-business connectors, or if they use a Blocked connector.
Open the suspended flow in Power Automate and note every connector being used (e.g., SharePoint, Planner, Outlook).
Log in to the Power Platform Admin Center using an administrator account.
Go to 'Policies' and select 'Data policies' from the left-hand menu to view the active rules for your environment.
Locate the policy affecting your flow and ensure all required connectors are classified under the same permitted data group so they can share data.
Consult the Power Automate Community
Seek specialized assistance from Microsoft support channels for complex custom connector or policy issues.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policy in Power Automate?
A DLP policy is a security rule configured by administrators that prevents sensitive business data from accidentally leaking to unauthorized services. It does this by restricting which application connectors can communicate with each other within a flow.
Why did my previously working flow suddenly get suspended for a DLP violation?
This typically occurs when your IT administrator updates the organization's security rules, either by moving a connector your flow relies on into a 'Blocked' group or separating your connectors into incompatible data groups.
Can I bypass a DLP policy without contacting my IT administrator?
No, standard users cannot override DLP policies. To fix the issue, you must either redesign your flow to use only approved connectors within the same data group or request that your administrator grant an exception.
