How To Fix APOC_OR_MESSAGES141 - PDF could not be created from spool.

APOC_OR_MESSAGES141 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APOC_OR_MESSAGES - Messages for Output Control

• Message number: 141

• Message text: PDF could not be created from spool.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APOC_OR_MESSAGES141 - PDF could not be created from spool. ?

  The SAP error message "APOC_OR_MESSAGES141: PDF could not be created from spool" typically occurs when there is an issue with generating a PDF document from a spool request in the SAP system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to print reports or documents that are generated in the SAP system.
  Causes:
  
  Spool Request Issues: The spool request may not be processed correctly, or it may be in an error state.
  PDF Conversion Issues: The system may not have the necessary configuration or access to convert the spool output to PDF format.
  Missing or Incorrect Printer Configuration: The printer settings may not be correctly configured to handle PDF output.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the spool or generate PDFs.
  Temporary System Issues: There may be temporary issues with the SAP system or the underlying infrastructure (e.g., network issues, server downtime).
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Spool Request: Go to transaction SP01