How To Fix 42713 - No info object is in a translatable state

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 713

• Message text: No info object is in a translatable state

What causes this issue?

This message can appear in the following situations:
The selected folder does not contain any objects; it only contains
structures or objects that have never had the status "released".
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.
Before the new version is checked in, the file format of the primary
component of the existing info object is checked. This was NOT flagged
as "translation relevant" in table IWDOCFRMT.
The info objects (or folders) selected for creating the offline
translation package cannot be translated because of the points mentioned
above.
RESET N1

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?

Check the selected folder or info object classes/statuses of the
contained info objects.
If the selected folder does not contain any info objects at all or only
structures, no translation is possible.
If content objects whose status has never been set to "released" exist,
contact the person responsible for the objects.
Select a file format for the primary component in the source language
that is allowed for the translation. If this is not possible, contact
the system administrator or check the settings of the selected file
format.
Check the points mentioned above before creating an offline translation
package again.
RESET N1

Procedure for System Administrators

Point 2: 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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42713 - No info object is in a translatable state ?

  The SAP error message 42713, "No info object is in a translatable state," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when you are trying to translate InfoObjects, but there are no InfoObjects available for translation in the specified context.
  Cause:
  
  
  No Translatable InfoObjects: The primary cause of this error is that there are no InfoObjects marked for translation in the current context. This can happen if:
  
  The InfoObjects have not been defined as translatable.
  The InfoObjects are not included in the translation request.
  The InfoObjects are not in the correct state for translation.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Selection: You may be trying to translate InfoObjects that do not exist in the selected language or are not set up for translation.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If you are working with transport requests, there may be issues with the transport of the InfoObjects that prevent them from being available for translation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check InfoObject Settings:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSD1) and check the properties of the InfoObjects you are trying to translate.
  Ensure that the "Translatable" checkbox is selected for the InfoObjects.
  
  
  
  Include InfoObjects in Translation Request:
  
  Make sure that the InfoObjects you want to translate are included in the translation request. You can do this by creating or modifying a translation request in the appropriate transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Verify that the target language for translation is correctly set up in your SAP system. Ensure that the language is installed and active.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working with transport requests, ensure that the InfoObjects have been properly transported to the target system. Check the transport logs for any errors.
  
  
  
  Use the Right Transaction:
  
  Make sure you are using the correct transaction for translation (e.g., SE63 for translation workbench).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on translating InfoObjects and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing SAP training materials or documentation related to InfoObject management and translation processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 42713 and successfully translate your InfoObjects in SAP.