I get the error "Failed to create empty document" while starting DSM-Explorer

Products

• CA Client Automation - IT Client Manager
• CA Client Automation

Issue/Introduction

After installing ITCM R14 and trying to start DSM-Explorer I get a pop up window with the following error:
 

Environment

Client Automation - R14 versions

Cause

In the base Windows image IE may be disabled.

Resolution

Run the following command as Administrator to enable IE. A reboot is requested by dism and is needed to activate the feature:

dism /online /Enable-Feature /FeatureName:Internet-Explorer-Optional-amd64