132001
WhatsApp error 132001 Template missing in that language or not approved
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Short answer
The template doesn't exist in the language you sent it in, or it hasn't been approved yet. WhatsApp only sends templates that exist under that exact name and language and have passed review.
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2026-08-24
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- Karl Failed 132001Template missing in that language or not approved
How to fix it
- Make sure the template has been approved.
- Confirm the template name is spelled exactly as it was created.
- Confirm the language you are sending in is one the template was created in.
- Send again once the template is approved and the name and language are correct.
Meta's official wording for this code
Description
The template does not exist in the specified language or the template has not been approved.
Meta's suggested solution
Make sure your template has been approved and the template name and language locale are correct. See our Templates document to learn more about templates.
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Common questions about this code
What does WhatsApp error 132001 mean?
The template doesn't exist in the language you sent it in, or it hasn't been approved yet. WhatsApp only sends templates that exist under that exact name and language and have passed review.
Can I just send the message again?
Not before the cause is addressed. Complete the steps above, then send again.
Is this a problem with my account?
You resolve this from your own account settings.
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