QuickBooks offers multiple features, including the ability to create a PDF. But sometimes, users face issues creating or sending PDFs because the QuickBooks PDF component is missing. The reasons behind receiving such a message are

  • A corrupt QBPrint.qbp file,
  • A malfunctioning Print Spooler service,
  • A damaged QB program, and more.

The message that appears is: “QuickBooks detected that a component required to create PDF is missing.“

All the necessary information for your journey is right here in this post. So, take a deep dive into the page and get useful insight from it.

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Potential Causes Why QB is Missing PDF Component

Go through the following reasons that are mainly responsible for the occurrence of the missing PDF component issue.

  • A damaged QBDT application primarily causes it.
  • This is due to a disabled Microsoft XPS document writer.
  • It may happen if the template or form you want to print is corrupted.
  • An outdated Adobe Reader can further cause this issue.
  • If you lack sufficient permission to access the temp folder.

Steps to Resolve QuickBooks PDF Component is Missing

Let’s try to implement the following steps to resolve the PDF missing component issue.

Resetting the temp folder permissions can be helpful. See how to do:

  • Press Win+R to open the Run window.
  • Type %TEMP%.
  • Hit Enter.
  • Right-click on an empty place in the temp folder.
  • Choose Properties.
  • Click Security.
  • Now, you need to ensure that the user names and groups in Security have Full Control.
  • After you have set it to Full Control, save it as a PDF.

The above steps can help you rectify the issue, but if these don’t help, you may need to consult a professional. Try implementing the steps below if the error still bothers you.

  • For this, you must ensure that the XPS services are enabled.
  • Now, you need to test the XPS Document Writer and try to print outside QB.
  • Install the Microsoft XPS document writer.
  • Configure the settings of the security software.
    • You may be facing the PDF component missing issue due to Norton Antivirus or McAfee Firewall that blocks the .xps files creation.
  • Further, you need to adjust the Windows user permissions for the XPS Document Writer.
    • For this, you need to sign in as an admin and change these permissions.

You can alternatively use QuickBooks Print and PDF Repair Tool to get it resolved.

Summary

In the blog above, we have mentioned possible causes that can be responsible for the QuickBooks PDF component missing. Moreover, you have a stepwise method to uncover which will help you bring QB on track and resume your crucial operations. Contact a professional if you still cannot resolve it. Dial 1.855.738.2784 for a free consultation.

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