How To Fix /PICM/UI083 - Prerequisite Customizing settings required for generation of PDF forms

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PICM/UI -

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Prerequisite Customizing settings required for generation of PDF forms

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PICM/UI083 - Prerequisite Customizing settings required for generation of PDF forms ?

  The SAP error message /PICM/UI083 Prerequisite Customizing settings required for generation of PDF forms typically indicates that there are missing or incorrect customizing settings in the SAP system that are necessary for generating PDF forms. This error is often encountered when trying to generate or display PDF forms in SAP Interactive Forms by Adobe.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Customizing Settings: The necessary customizing settings for the PDF form generation are not configured in the system.
  Incorrect Form Configuration: The form itself may not be properly configured or linked to the correct data source.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required customizing settings or to generate PDF forms.
  Missing Adobe Document Services (ADS): The Adobe Document Services may not be properly configured or running in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to transaction SPRO and navigate to the relevant customizing settings for Adobe Forms. Ensure that all necessary settings are configured correctly.
  Specifically, check the settings under Cross-Application Components -> Forms -> Adobe Forms to ensure that the necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Verify Form Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the form is correctly configured and that the data source is properly linked. You can check this in transaction SFP (Form Builder).
  Make sure that the form is activated and that there are no errors in the form design.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the customizing settings and to generate PDF forms. You may need to check the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check Adobe Document Services (ADS):
  
  Ensure that the Adobe Document Services are installed and configured correctly. You can check the status of ADS in transaction SICF (Maintain Services) and ensure that the service is active.
  You may also want to check the connection settings for ADS in transaction SPRO under Cross-Application Components -> Forms -> Adobe Forms -> Settings for Adobe Document Services.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the PDF form generation again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Adobe Forms and PDF generation for detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other online resources for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.