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# States of Localization Framework projects and tasks

# States of Localization Framework projects and tasks {#ariaid-title1}

Release version: Australia  
Updated March 12, 2026  
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In Localization Framework, the state of a localization project or of a task defines the status of the localization request. The states of the localization tasks change based on the workflow that is configured for
translations.
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| State | Definition |
|-|-|
| Draft | Initial state when the localization project is created. |
| In progress | State when the localization project starts. |
| Closed Complete | State when all the tasks are closed complete. |
| Closed Incomplete | State when at least one of the tasks is closed incomplete. |
[Table 1. Localization Framework Project States]

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| State | Definition |
|:-|:-|
| Awaiting Business Approval | Localization task is awaiting business approval. |
| Error in Translation | Localization task has encountered an error while translating the content. |
| Closed Complete | Localization task has been fulfilled and the translations are published. |
| Closed Incomplete | Localization task has been closed without fulfilling the request. |
| Open | Localization tasks are not sent for translation. |
| In Progress | Translation of localization tasks is in progress. |
| Under Review | Approver is reviewing the translations. |
[Table 2. Localization Framework Task States]

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**Related concepts**   

* [Localization Workspace Home and translation job status](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/6ayIyYKcv2L0RsTJAh2HmQ "Start a translation request and monitor the current status of your translation requests from the Localization Workspace Home screen.")