Microsoft Purview Adds Native Role Assignment Time Limits

This article covers Microsoft's announcement of native role assignment time limits for Microsoft Purview, rolling out in late July 2026. It explains how administrators can now set expiration dates (1 day to 2 years) for Purview role groups like eDiscovery Manager, eliminating the need for complex Entra ID PIM workarounds. The feature applies to new and existing assignments, is enabled by default, and mitigates risks of standing privileged access for compliance tasks. The article also discusses the rollout schedule, impact on existing assignments, and limitations compared to full PIM activation workflows.