Can't export a pdf for printing?

Hi,
I'm working in Adobe Indesign CS6 and I can't export a print pdf, just interactive. When I choose print pdf nothing happens and the file size is ju 0 kb. What could I be doing wrong?? Can I export an interactive pdf and send that to the printing factory?
Thanks in advance!

Open the Background Tasks panel (Window > Utilities > Backround Tasks) to be sure you are waiting long enough for the export to finish. It's also convenient to check the View PDF After Export box in the export settings to have it open automatically when it's finished to let you know.
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