Saving psd file as pdf

get error message "cannot save because of program error.

What version of Photoshop? 
What operating system?
Have you tried saving as a PSD, and closing and re-opening Photoshop?  Or even restarting the computer.
What preset are you trying to use in PDF dialog window, or don't you even get that far before the error?
Any other information that you think might help?

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