No save when site editor setting panel is closed

This thread is resolved. Here is a description of the problem and solution.

Problem:
If you're experiencing issues where attempting to create a new post or page with WPML activated and saving it as a draft leads to a 404 page when the post editor setting panel has not been opened, or when trying to publish a post.
Solution:
We recommend returning to the page and clicking "Save Draft" again. This action has been identified as a temporary workaround while we address the issue more comprehensively.

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Last updated by Andrey 1 week ago.

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February 3, 2025 at 2:51 pm #16663427
laurentA-9	Background of the issue: I am trying to create a new post or page with WPML activated and save it as a draft. If the post editor setting panel has not been opened, the link at the bottom of the window leads to a Not Found Page. The same issue occurs when I try to publish a post. Symptoms: When the post editor setting panel is not opened, saving a draft or publishing a post leads to a 404 page (not found). Questions: Why does the link lead to a Not Found Page when the setting panel is not opened? How can I save drafts or publish posts without encountering a 404 error?
February 3, 2025 at 10:57 pm #16664656
Andrey Supporter Languages: English (English ) Russian (Русский ) Timezone: Europe/Kyiv (GMT+02:00)	Thank you for contacting WPML support. Please upload any relevant screenshots or links that would help illustrate the problem. I want to ensure that I fully understand the issue at hand so that I can provide the best possible solution.
February 4, 2025 at 9:52 am #16665829
laurentA-9	Hi Andrey, Thanks for your answer... Here is a link to recorded screen when i try to save my draft and stting tab is closed : hidden link We reach a 404 page... And here is video when sttings tab is opened : hidden link We reach post's page as expected. Thanks in advance for your help.
February 4, 2025 at 9:57 am #16665869
laurentA-9	Sorry, second link should be : hidden link
February 4, 2025 at 4:35 pm #16667902
Andrey Supporter Languages: English (English ) Russian (Русский ) Timezone: Europe/Kyiv (GMT+02:00)	Thank you for the explanation and for bringing this to our attention. I have replicated the issue and reported it to our team to ensure it receives proper attention. In the meantime, I noticed that returning to the page and clicking "Save Draft" again solves the problem.