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Power Automate Premium License Required Error

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Ongoing Web Updated November 14, 2026Based on 4 user reportsHow we research

Quick answer

Flows using premium connectors need the owner (and for instant flows each user) to hold a Premium or Process license. Assign a license or a Process license to the flow, then resave it.

Most likely fix: Check what is needed

How to fix it

Try these in order — the most common fix is first.

  1. 1. Check what is needed

    1. Edit the flow and look for the PREMIUM label on the connector
    2. Open My flows > your flow and read Plan under Details
    3. Check the connector at make.powerautomate.com/connectors
    Did this fix it?

  2. 2. Assign a license

    1. Tenant admin assigns Power Automate Premium to the flow owner
    2. Or assign a Process license on the flow details page so users do not need their own
    3. Open and save the flow to refresh its entitlement
    Did this fix it?

  3. 3. Or avoid premium

    1. Replace the premium connector with a standard one where possible
    2. Remember licenses are enforced per owner for scheduled flows, per user for instant flows
    Did this fix it?

Symptoms

A flow fails or cannot be saved or run, with a message that you need to purchase, extend or renew a Power Automate license, or a trial has ended.

Why it happens

  • Trial ended
  • Premium connector in the flow
  • User only has a Microsoft 365 or Power Apps license
  • Flow owner left or lost license

This guide also covers

  • power automate premium license required
  • power automate premium connector license
  • power automate trial expired

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