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[Resolved] When I was translating the product, the translation process got stuck and kept showing as "in progr...

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

Problem:
You are trying to translate a product using WPML, but the translation process is stuck and continuously shows as 'in progress'.
Solution:
We found that the issue was due to a specific shortcode: 

[playlist type="video" tracklist="false" ids="89"]

. We resolved this by registering the shortcode in WPML -> Settings -> Custom XML tab with the following XML configuration:

<shortcodes><br /><shortcode><br /><tag>playlist</tag><br /></shortcode><br /></shortcodes>

For more details on how to register shortcodes, please check this guide.
After registering the shortcode, please resend the products for translation and check if they translate correctly.

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Last updated by Osama Mersal 1 month ago.

Assisted by: Osama Mersal.

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November 1, 2025 at 2:57 am #17537054

zaimianz

Background of the issue:
I am trying to translate a product on my website using WPML. I followed the instructions provided by the AI to complete the translation process.

Symptoms:
The translation process got stuck and kept showing as 'in progress.'

Questions:
How can I resolve the issue of the translation process being stuck in progress?
November 3, 2025 at 9:31 am #17540010

Osama Mersal
WPML Supporter since 02/2020

Languages: English (English ) Arabic (العربية )

Timezone: Africa/Cairo (GMT+02:00)

Hi,

Thanks for contacting WPML forums support. I'll be glad to help you today.

First of all, sorry for the late reply; it was due to a higher workload.

I would need to look closely at your site, so I would need to request temporary access (WP-Admin and FTP)
Preferably to a test site where the problem has been replicated.

Your answer will be private, meaning only you and I can access it.

❌ Please back up your database and website ❌

✙ I need your permission to deactivate and reactivate the plugins and themes, and change site configurations. This is also why the backup is critical.

✙ I also need your permission to take a local copy of your site to debug the issue without affecting your live site.

Best regards,
Osama
November 3, 2025 at 10:29 am #17540273

Osama Mersal
WPML Supporter since 02/2020

Languages: English (English ) Arabic (العربية )

Timezone: Africa/Cairo (GMT+02:00)

Hi,

Thanks for the access details. I canceled the stuck jobs. Would you please send these three products for translation and let me know if they work as expected?

Best regards,
Osama
November 4, 2025 at 5:57 am #17543880

zaimianz

It still doesn't work; the translation process is stuck and cannot be translated.

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November 4, 2025 at 10:41 am #17544892

Osama Mersal
WPML Supporter since 02/2020

Languages: English (English ) Arabic (العربية )

Timezone: Africa/Cairo (GMT+02:00)

Hi,

Thanks for your update. I checked the issue further and found that it occurs because of the following shortcode. 

[playlist type="video" tracklist="false" ids="89"]

So, I registered this shortcode in WPML -> Settings -> Custom XML tab using the following code. 

  <shortcodes>
  <shortcode>
    <tag>playlist</tag>
    </shortcode>
  </shortcodes>

Please check this guide for more information on registering shortcodes.

After that, I tried to translate a product into hidden link">Chinese and it worked as expected.

Please resend the products for translation and let me know if they work correctly.

Best regards,
Osama
November 5, 2025 at 6:11 am #17548118

zaimianz

I tried translating them again, and now they've all been successfully translated. Thank you so much!
November 5, 2025 at 7:26 am #17548258

Osama Mersal
WPML Supporter since 02/2020

Languages: English (English ) Arabic (العربية )

Timezone: Africa/Cairo (GMT+02:00)

Hi,

It's great to hear that the issue is fixed. 🙂 Please don't hesitate to open a new ticket if you face any other issues. We are always happy to help you.

Have a great day!

Best regards,
Osama