How To Fix 42266 - Primary file is not translatable

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 266

• Message text: Primary file is not translatable

What causes this issue?

This message can appear while selecting or dragging and dropping one or
more files in the info object list (IOL) or structure view when an
attempt is made in the translation mode of SAP GUI to assign a
translated version to an existing info object.
The prerequisite is that the file format of the primary component of the
existing info object is flagged as "translation relevant" in table
IWDOCFRMT. Conversely, the file format of the primary component of the
newly translated version is NOT translatable in accordance with the
settings in table IWDOCFRMT.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Select a file format for the primary component that is valid for the
translation. If this is not possible, contact the system administrator
or check the settings of the selected file format.

Procedure for System Administrators

You can also use transaction SI24 to edit file formats or check
translatability in SAP Knowledge Warehouse: <LS>SAP Knowledge Warehouse
-> Settings in Knowledge Warehouse System -> Development of Info Objects
-> File Formats of Info Objects</>.
Alternatively, the entry can be changed in table IWDOCFRMT.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42266 - Primary file is not translatable ?

  The SAP error message "42266 Primary file is not translatable" typically occurs when there is an issue with the translation of a primary file in the SAP system. This error is often related to the configuration of the system or the specific file being processed.
  Cause:
  
  File Type: The primary file being referenced may not be of a type that is translatable. For example, certain file formats or data types may not support translation.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that prevent the file from being translated.
  Missing Language Settings: The system may not have the necessary language settings or translations available for the file in question.
  File Corruption: The file itself may be corrupted or improperly formatted, leading to issues during the translation process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check File Type: Ensure that the file you are trying to translate is of a supported type. If it is not, consider converting it to a compatible format.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to file translation. Ensure that all necessary parameters are set correctly.
  Language Settings: Verify that the required language settings are available in the system. You may need to install additional language packs or translations.
  File Integrity: Check the integrity of the file. If it is corrupted, try to obtain a clean version of the file and attempt the translation again.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for specific guidance related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP technical support for assistance. They can provide more detailed troubleshooting based on your specific system configuration and the context of the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.