How To Fix SMARTFORMS213 - Error when translating the texts of a Smart Form

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Error when translating the texts of a Smart Form

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMARTFORMS213 - Error when translating the texts of a Smart Form ?

  The SAP error message SMARTFORMS213 typically occurs when there is an issue with the translation of texts in a Smart Form. This error can arise due to various reasons, such as missing translation entries, incorrect language settings, or issues with the Smart Form itself.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Translations: The text elements in the Smart Form may not have corresponding translations in the target language.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The language settings in the Smart Form or the user profile may not be configured correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the Smart Form was transported from one system to another, there might be inconsistencies in the translation data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the translation texts.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Translations:
  
  Go to the Smart Form in transaction SMARTFORMS.
  Navigate to the text elements that need translation.
  Ensure that translations exist for the target language. If not, create the necessary translations.
  
  
  
  Verify Language Settings:
  
  Check the language settings in the Smart Form. Ensure that the target language is correctly specified.
  Also, verify the user’s language settings in their SAP profile.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the Smart Form was transported, ensure that all related objects, including translations, were transported correctly.
  You can check the transport logs for any errors or missing objects.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify Smart Forms and their translations.
  Check the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Recreate Translations:
  
  If translations are missing or corrupted, you may need to recreate them. Use transaction SE63 to manage translations.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the Smart Form to identify any underlying issues that may not be immediately apparent.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SMARTFORMS: To create or modify Smart Forms.
  SE63: For translation management.
  SE80: For accessing the Object Navigator, which can help in managing Smart Forms and their translations.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Smart Forms and translations for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the SMARTFORMS213 error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SMARTFORMS213 error and successfully manage translations in your Smart Forms.