SSRS with SharePoint

SSRS (SQL Server Reporting Services) is a reporting tool used to generate reports from SQL Server databases. SharePoint is a web-based collaboration and document management platform developed by Microsoft. This page will cover SSRS integration with SharePoint.

Explanation

SSRS can be integrated with SharePoint to provide users with a platform to view, share, and manage reports. Once integrated, reports can be uploaded and viewed in SharePoint libraries or web parts. SharePoint also allows for the secure sharing and distribution of reports to specific groups or individuals.

Use

To integrate SSRS with SharePoint, several steps need to be followed:

1. Set up a SharePoint report library where reports will be stored and accessed.
2. Configure the SSRS server to use SharePoint mode.
3. Create a Web Part page in SharePoint to display the reports.
4. Add the SSRS Web Part to the SharePoint page and configure it to show the desired reports.

Once the integration is complete, users can view and interact with reports through SharePoint, including running reports, exporting to various file formats, and subscribing to reports.

Important Points

• SharePoint mode is specific to SSRS 2012 and newer versions.
• SharePoint mode is not always the best for SSRS deployment as it has been known to have performance issues in some cases.
• Reports should be tested thoroughly to ensure they display and function correctly when viewed from SharePoint.

Summary

SSRS integration with SharePoint provides a platform for users to view, manage, and share reports designed with SSRS. This integration can be achieved by setting up a SharePoint report library, configuring the SSRS server to use SharePoint mode, creating a web part page in SharePoint, and adding and configuring the SSRS web part to display the desired reports. This provides users with a powerful tool for business intelligence and data visualization.