check before: 2026-03-31
Product:
Copilot, Power Apps, Power Automate, Power Automate in Microsoft 365
Platform:
Online, World tenant
Status:
Change type:
User impact, Admin impact, Retirement
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Details:
Summary:
The Impala connector will be retired and removed from Copilot Studio, Logic Apps, Power Apps, and Power Automate between April 1-14, 2026. Existing connections will stop working, and new ones won't be allowed. Users should migrate to alternative connectors and update related documentation to avoid disruption.
Details:
[Introduction]
We're retiring the Impala connector across Copilot Studio, Logic Apps, Power Apps, and Power Automate. This change aligns with our efforts to streamline our connector catalog, reduce maintenance of legacy components, and focus on modern, widely adopted data connectivity options. After this retirement, the Impala connector will no longer be supported.
[When this will happen]
Retirement begins: April 1, 2026
Retirement completed: April 14, 2026
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Created:
2026-02-28
updated:
2026-02-28
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summary for non-techies**
Microsoft will phase out the Impala connector from April 1 to April 14, 2026, affecting applications like Copilot Studio, Logic Apps, Power Apps, and Power Automate, requiring users to transition to alternative data connectivity solutions.
Direct effects for Operations**
Disruption of Existing Workflows
Existing connections using the Impala connector will stop functioning, leading to broken workflows in applications that rely on it.
- roles: Power Automate Users, Logic Apps Developers
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/connectors/impala/
Increased Support Requests
Users may experience confusion and increased support requests due to the sudden unavailability of the Impala connector, impacting helpdesk resources.
- roles: Helpdesk Staff, IT Support Specialists
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/connectors/impala/
Migration Challenges
Organizations will face challenges in migrating to alternative connectors, which may require additional development and testing time, impacting project timelines.
- roles: Power Apps Developers, Data Engineers
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/connectors/impala/
User Experience Degradation
Users relying on the Impala connector may experience a degradation in user experience due to the sudden loss of functionality, leading to frustration and decreased productivity.
- roles: End Users, Business Analysts
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/connectors/impala/
Documentation and Training Gaps
Internal documentation and training materials will become outdated, requiring urgent updates to ensure users are informed about the changes and alternatives.
- roles: Technical Writers, Training Coordinators
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/connectors/impala/
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