QuickBooks detected that a component required to create pdf is missing Some bugs in QuickBooks while using the PDF and print feature are common. One such error the users can encounter is QuickBooks detected that a component required to create pdf is missing. Sometimes, users find it difficult to fix this error, but with the help of this guide, we have made it easier for you. This bug can frustrate the users further, not allowing them to print or perform PDF tasks on QuickBook