Unable to correctly download Document using wpg_docload.download_file.

I am using default MOD/PLSQL Portal Functionality to Upload the files into the Portal. I am able to download the documents uploaded by me, but I am unable to view the documents uploaded by others
I have used the following procedure for download. Is there something severly wrong.
I need some urgent help to save my neck
Create or replace Procedure downloadfile
V_FILEID IN VARCHAR2)
as
begin
wpg_docload.download_file(v_fileid);
exception
when others then
htp.p(sqlerrm);
end;

helo there.
I TRIED THE SAME BUT I DIDN'T SUCCEED.. SINCE MY SYSTEM CACHING HAD A PROBLEM.
ANY SUGGESTIONS ARE HIGHLY APPRICIATED.
BYE

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Hi,
You have grant all needed privileges, e.g. read permission to DAD user to your directory ?
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