Paginated reports are designed for precise, printable layouts such as invoices, statements, and operational summaries. A typical report combines a data source, a parameterized dataset, report layout, and deployment.
Prepare the data
Create a read-only reporting login or an appropriately constrained service identity. Write and test the dataset query separately before placing it in a report designer.
Sample dataset
SELECT OrderID, CustomerID, OrderDate, TotalAmount
FROM dbo.Orders
WHERE OrderDate >= @StartDate
AND OrderDate < DATEADD(day, 1, @EndDate)
ORDER BY OrderDate, OrderID;Build the report
In Report Builder or a compatible development environment, create a shared or embedded data source, define StartDate and EndDate parameters, add a table or matrix, and configure grouping, sorting, page breaks, and headers.
Deploy and validate
Publish to a report server with the correct permissions and credentials. Test PDF rendering, empty datasets, large result sets, date boundaries, and subscriptions if those are enabled.
Version note
For SQL Server 2025, Microsoft consolidates on-premises reporting under Power BI Report Server. Earlier SSRS installations and guidance should be assessed for their target version.
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