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Most users encounter this DLL when they see the error: This typically happens during one of three scenarios: Migration: Moving a report to a new server or workstation.

A UFL built for Crystal Reports XI may not work with Crystal Reports 2020. Similarly, a DLL compiled against an older version of Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable might fail to load on a newer OS.

If the DLL resides in a folder where the Crystal Reports runtime user (e.g., IIS Application Pool, Windows Service) does not have Read & Execute permissions, the load will fail.

This occurs because Crystal Reports, when opening a report containing a barcode formula, looks for the U25IDAutomation.dll to execute it. If it cannot find it, it throws this error. The UFL must be installed on that generates the report, including development workstations, report servers, and end-user PCs.

C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Business Objects\3.0\bin\ 🛠️ Step-by-Step Troubleshooting

C:\Program Files\SAP BusinessObjects\SAP BusinessObjects Enterprise XI 4.0\win64_x64\

When you install the IDAutomation UFL, the setup program typically registers the DLL with the Windows Registry under a specific Crystal Reports version. If the registration fails or the file path changes, Crystal Reports cannot locate it.

If you are running a web application that uses the Crystal Reports Runtime (e.g., an ASP.NET app), ensure the application pool is enabled for 32-bit applications:

IDAutomation designed as a 32-bit User Function Library. When placed in the correct directory, it adds custom functions directly into the Crystal Reports Formula Editor. These functions format the data correctly before a barcode font is applied. How It Works in Crystal Reports:

for the "Font Formula" version of your barcode type (e.g., Code 128 or Code 39). IDAutomation.com 3. Update the UFL

If you see functions like IDAutomation_Code128 , the installation was successful. Troubleshooting Tips 🚩 Runtime Distribution