I cannot scan documents due to (Error Code: OW_500_OWSID00001)

[jeffreyk28]

I am trying to scan a document and HP smart will not let me log in to to do this. Keeps giving me (Error Code: OW_500_OWSID00001). I am not on a VPN. This should not happen. Please help.

[Betty0610]

@jeffreyk28

Welcome to the HP Support Community.

I'd be happy to help. 

Try to uninstall and reinstall the HP Smart App.

If the issue persists, try these steps:

Let's run the HP Print and Scan Doctor:

Use this link for details on using the HP Print and Scan doctor: https://hp.care/2JyaC93

If the issue still persists, let's do a root uninstall and reinstall of the software:

Unplug any USB cable, if any, before doing this.

1.) In Windows, search for and open Programs and features

2.) Select your HP Printer

3.) Select Uninstall

4.) In Windows, search for and open Devices and printers

5.) In the Devices and Printers windows look for your HP printer. If you see it listed right-click on it and choose 'Delete' or 'Remove Device'

6.) Open up the run command with the "Windows key + R" key combo.

7.) Type printui.exe /s and click Ok. (Note: there is a space in between “printui.exe” and “/s”)

8.) Click on the "Drivers" tab

9.) Look for HP Printer driver. If you see it Click on it and click Remove at the bottom

10.) Select Ok

11.) Select Apply and Ok on the Print Server Properties windows

12.) Close Devices and Printers

13.)  Open up the run command with the "Windows key + R" key combo.

14.) Type c:/programdata and click Ok. Go to Hewlett Packard folder, remove any printer related folders & files.

15.) Restart the computer.

Once done, please download and install the software from here:

https://support.hp.com/in-en/drivers

Let me know if this helps.

If the information I've provided was helpful, give us some reinforcement by clicking the Accepted Solution button, that'll help us and others see that we've got the answers!

Thanks!

Have a great day!

[jeffreyk28]

Before I saw the reply I rebooted my computer and restarted the printer. I was able to get in after this. No idea why I was getting the error message.

[Betty0610]

I'm glad to hear that and you're most welcome. Do get back to us in the future for further assistance.

Give us some reinforcement by clicking the Accepted Solution button, that'll help us and others see that we've got the answers and did reply to you!

Thanks!

Have a great day! 

Have a nice day and stay safe!:)