How To Fix HRPADRU_LEGAL_FORMS035 - Device type of & is not compatible with Adobe Document Server

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADRU_LEGAL_FORMS - Legal forms RU

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Device type of & is not compatible with Adobe Document Server

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADRU_LEGAL_FORMS035 - Device type of & is not compatible with Adobe Document Server ?

  The SAP error message HRPADRU_LEGAL_FORMS035 indicates that the device type specified for printing is not compatible with the Adobe Document Server (ADS). This error typically arises when trying to generate or print forms that require Adobe PDF output, but the system is configured to use a device type that does not support this functionality.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Device Type: The device type assigned to the printer or output device is not compatible with Adobe Document Server. This often happens if a non-Adobe device type is set for a printer that is intended to generate PDF outputs.
  Configuration Issues: The printer configuration in SAP may not be set up correctly to use the Adobe Document Server for PDF generation.
  Missing or Incorrect Output Device Settings: The output device settings may not be properly configured to point to the Adobe Document Server.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Device Type:
  
  Go to transaction SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Find the output device that is causing the error.
  Check the device type assigned to it. It should be set to an Adobe-compatible device type, such as PDF1 or SAPPDF.
  
  
  
  Change Device Type:
  
  If the device type is incorrect, change it to an appropriate Adobe-compatible device type.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Verify Adobe Document Server Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the Adobe Document Server is properly configured in your SAP system.
  Check the settings in transaction SFP (Form Builder) to ensure that the forms are set to use the Adobe Document Server.
  
  
  
  Test Output:
  
  After making the changes, try to generate or print the form again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the Adobe Document Server and generate PDF outputs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Device Types: Common device types for PDF output include PDF1 and SAPPDF. These are specifically designed to work with the Adobe Document Server.
  Adobe Document Server: This is a component of SAP that allows for the generation of PDF documents from SAP forms.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed instructions on configuring output devices and the Adobe Document Server.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPADRU_LEGAL_FORMS035 error and successfully generate the required PDF outputs.