How To Fix EDOCUMENT229 - PDF file is not uploaded yet and cannot be displayed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT - eDocument: Messages

• Message number: 229

• Message text: PDF file is not uploaded yet and cannot be displayed

What causes this issue?

The PDF file cannot be displayed because it is not available in the
system.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Possible causes are:
The system has not yet executed the program to upload the PDF file. Wait
for a while and try again. If it is still not available, contact your
system administrator.
The PDF file upload did not work. Contact your system administrator.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system displays PDF files only if you have implemented your own
custom development to upload PDF files. This implementation must use the
<DS:CO.CL_EDOC_API_FILE UPLOAD_FILE_TO_EDOC>
UPLOAD_FILE_TO_EDOC</> method of
<DS:CL.CL_EDOC_API_FILE>CL_EDOC_API_FILE</> class. Check if your
implementation is complete and working.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT229 - PDF file is not uploaded yet and cannot be displayed ?

  The SAP error message "EDOCUMENT229 PDF file is not uploaded yet and cannot be displayed" typically occurs in the context of electronic document management within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with electronic documents that are expected to be displayed or processed but have not been uploaded to the system.
  Cause:
  
  File Not Uploaded: The primary cause of this error is that the PDF file associated with the electronic document has not been uploaded to the SAP system.
  Incorrect Document Reference: There may be a reference to a document that does not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the document.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the document management system or the specific application within SAP.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Upload the PDF File:
  
  Ensure that the PDF file is uploaded to the SAP system. This can typically be done through the relevant transaction or application where the document is managed.
  Use the appropriate transaction code (e.g., CV01N for creating documents) to upload the document.
  
  
  
  Check Document Status:
  
  Verify the status of the document in the system. Ensure that it is in an active state and not in a draft or inactive state.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Reference:
  
  Check if the document reference is correct. Ensure that the document ID or number being referenced corresponds to an existing document in the system.
  
  
  
  Review User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and view the document. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult System Administrator:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP system administrator or support team. They can check for any underlying issues with the document management configuration or system settings.
  
  
  
  Check for System Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as sometimes bugs or issues can be resolved through system updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to document management and the specific error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for electronic document management to understand the processes involved in uploading and managing documents.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully display the PDF file in your SAP system.