How To Fix APOC_OR_MESSAGES152 - The selected output device &1 does not support PDF files.

APOC_OR_MESSAGES152 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APOC_OR_MESSAGES - Messages for Output Control

• Message number: 152

• Message text: The selected output device &1 does not support PDF files.

What causes this issue?

S/4HANA output control always creates PDF files for any form based
output, independent of the device type.

System Response

Output to devices which do not support PDF files is not possible.

How to fix this error?

Select a device type which supports PDF files.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check note 2292571 or SAP help for more information.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APOC_OR_MESSAGES152 - The selected output device &1 does not support PDF files. ?

  The SAP error message APOC_OR_MESSAGES152 indicates that the selected output device does not support PDF files. This typically occurs when you are trying to print or output a document in PDF format to a printer or output device that is not configured to handle PDF files.
  
  Cause:
  
  Output Device Configuration: The output device you are trying to use is not set up to support PDF output. This can happen if the device is configured only for specific formats (like PCL or PostScript) and does not have the capability to process PDF files.
  Device Type: The device type assigned to the output device may not support PDF. For example, some older printers or specific configurations may not have the necessary drivers or settings to handle PDF files.
  SAPscript or Smart Forms: If you are using SAPscript or Smart Forms, the output format may not be compatible with the selected device.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Change Output Device: Select a different