How To Fix 42641 - Info object cannot be translated in the original language

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 641

• Message text: Info object cannot be translated in the original language

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42641 - Info object cannot be translated in the original language ?

  The SAP error message "42641 Info object cannot be translated in the original language" typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is an issue with the translation of an InfoObject. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a translation for a specific InfoObject in the original language set for the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Translations: The primary cause of this error is that the InfoObject does not have a translation available in the original language. This can happen if the InfoObject was created without providing translations or if the translations were deleted or not properly maintained.
  
  
  Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile or the system configuration may not match the language in which the InfoObject is expected to be translated.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the InfoObject was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the translations may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Translations: Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1) and check if the translations for the InfoObject exist in the original language. If they do not exist, you will need to create or update the translations.
  
  
  Maintain Language Settings: Ensure that the language settings in your user profile match the language in which the InfoObject is defined. You can check this in the user settings.
  
  
  Re-transport Translations: If the InfoObject was transported, ensure that the transport request included the translations. If not, you may need to create a new transport request that includes the translations and transport it to the target system.
  
  
  Use Transaction SE11: You can also use transaction SE11 to check the InfoObject definition and see if the translations are correctly maintained.
  
  
  Check for Errors in Transport Logs: If you suspect that the issue is related to transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate problems with the translation data.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE09/SE10: Transport Organizer
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for InfoObject maintenance and translation management for more detailed guidance on how to manage translations effectively.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the InfoObject translations are correctly maintained in your SAP system.