Microsoft Power Platform · Dataverse Security Roles
Environment Maker (Dataverse role)
Dataverse-side security role granted automatically when Environment Maker is assigned at the environment level. Creates apps that store data in Dataverse.
Scope: Single Dataverse environment - maker capabilities backed by Dataverse
Permissions
- Apps - Create canvas and model-driven apps storing data in Dataverse
- Custom connectors - Create custom connectors
- Solutions - Create unmanaged solutions
Common use cases
- Auto-assigned when a user is added as Environment Maker at the platform level
Common questions
When should I assign the Environment Maker (Dataverse role) role?
Assign Environment Maker (Dataverse role) when you need to: Auto-assigned when a user is added as Environment Maker at the platform level. It is part of Microsoft Power Platform and should be granted as a least-privilege alternative to broader roles like Global Administrator.
What can someone with the Environment Maker (Dataverse role) role do?
The Environment Maker (Dataverse role) role grants permissions including: Apps - Create canvas and model-driven apps storing data in Dataverse; Custom connectors - Create custom connectors; and Solutions - Create unmanaged solutions. See the Permissions section above for the full list.