Corrupt PDF files after archiving via SAP

Problem

Some archived PDFs are corrupted after the archiving process.


If you open the PDF in your browser the look is like this:

and the Adobe Reader gets the following error:


Solution

In some cases the saphttp-executable (seen in the kernel update 7.5.3) can cause the mentioned issues.

This component is considered for legacy use and should not be used anymore.


It's recommended to use the ICM (Internet Communication Manager).

You can setup these settings in the customizing table SDOKPROF, where the ICM is the default when the saphttp-executable isn't configured.

Either delete the entry USEHTTPPLG or set the value to ON.

(on = ICM | off = saphttp)

See the SAP Note 2570180 for more details.