How To Fix OA186 - Error converting to PDF format

OA186 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OA - SAP ArchiveLink: Messages for SAP ArchiveLink

• Message number: 186

• Message text: Error converting to PDF format

What causes this issue?

An error occurred during conversion of an outgoing document to PDF
format.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check whether your outgoing documents exist in a SAPScript format which
can be converted to PDF.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OA186 - Error converting to PDF format ?

  The SAP error message OA186, which indicates an issue with converting documents to PDF format, can arise due to several reasons. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect PDF Conversion Software: The system may not have the necessary PDF conversion software installed or configured correctly.
  Incorrect MIME Type Settings: The MIME type for PDF may not be set correctly in the SAP system.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the PDF conversion.
  Temporary System Issues: There may be temporary issues with the SAP system or the underlying infrastructure.
  Document Size or Complexity: The document being converted may be too large or complex, leading to conversion failures.
  Network Issues: If the conversion relies on external services or resources, network issues may prevent successful conversion.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check PDF Conversion Software:
  
  Ensure that the necessary PDF conversion software (like SAP Interactive Forms or Adobe Document Services) is installed and configured