How To Fix SALV_BS_LEX_PDF_IMG003 - Error on parsing the image data: invalid format

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALV_BS_LEX_PDF_IMG -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Error on parsing the image data: invalid format

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALV_BS_LEX_PDF_IMG003 - Error on parsing the image data: invalid format ?

  The SAP error message SALV_BS_LEX_PDF_IMG003 indicates that there is an issue with parsing image data, specifically that the format of the image data is invalid. This error typically occurs when attempting to display or process images in a PDF or other document format within the SAP system.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Image Format: The image being processed may not be in a supported format (e.g., unsupported file types or corrupted images).
  Corrupted Image Data: The image data may be corrupted or incomplete, leading to parsing errors.
  Mismatched Encoding: The encoding of the image data may not match the expected format, causing issues during parsing.
  SAP Version or Patch Level: There may be bugs or limitations in the specific version of SAP you are using that affect image handling.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Image Format: Ensure that the images being used are in a supported format (e.g., JPEG, PNG, BMP). Convert any unsupported images to a compatible format.
  Validate Image Integrity: Check if the images are corrupted. You can try opening the images in an image viewer to confirm they are intact.
  Re-upload Images: If the images are stored in the SAP system, try re-uploading them to ensure that they are not corrupted during the upload process.
  Update SAP System: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as this may resolve known issues related to image processing.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to document handling and image processing in your SAP system to ensure they are set correctly.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with, as it may provide insights into supported image formats and handling procedures.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Error Logs: Check the SAP application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.