Such errors usually arise for users attempting to print or email reports, invoices, and other documents with QB directly. The system could not produce a PDF file, and they will get an error saying that the "PDF component is missing." They have a variety of causes which can range from a corrupt installation of QB, missing or damaged PDF drivers, to outdated software components. Fortunately, this issue can be fixed relatively easily by following the steps below.
Steps to Fix Quick-Books PDF Component Missing Error
If you are experiencing the "PDF Component Missing" error in QB, try the following:
Update QB to the Latest Released Versions
Try QB updates first, ensuring that it's at the updated version as the versions may contain some fix for a bug or release updated PDF components. To update the QB do:
Open QB.
- Open QB, go to the Help menu and update it using Update QB.
- Click on Update Now.
- Restart QB after the update was applied and see if the error has actually gone.
Repair Installation of QB
If the error is still showing, your installation of QB may be damaged. Try to repair QB installation as most errors might get corrected by it:
- Open Control Panel > Programs and Features.
- Search the list of programs and find QB.
- Right-click on it and select Repair.
- Follow the instructions shown on screen to complete the repair.
- Close your computer and restart and check if the error has gotten resolved.
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