How to Change the Language for Feed Processing Error Messages in Seller Central
Amazon’s beta Language Selector lets sellers switch the language of feed processing error reports from the default US English to the native marketplace language (e.g., Deutsch for Amazon.de). The setting is found under Account Info → Feed Processing Report Language and applies only to downloaded reports.
Overview
Amazon has introduced a beta‑only Language Selector that lets sellers choose the language displayed in feed processing error reports. The option is available in Seller Central account settings and is aimed at sellers who operate on non‑English Amazon marketplaces. Changing the language can cut down translation time and speed up the resolution of feed‑related issues.
Key Points
- Default language is US English — All feed error messages appear in US English unless the seller actively switches the preference in their account.
- Marketplace‑specific languages are supported — Sellers can select the native language of the marketplace where they have active listings, such as German for Amazon.de or Japanese for Amazon.co.jp.
- Feature is in beta — Because the Language Selector is still being tested, Amazon may adjust the interface, add new languages, or improve translation coverage over time.
- Only feed reports are affected — The language choice influences the text inside downloaded feed processing reports; the rest of the Seller Central UI remains in the user’s existing UI language.
- Not every error string is fully translated — Some technical codes or newly introduced messages may still appear in English until Amazon completes the localization effort.
- Feedback loop is open — Sellers can submit translation issues through the “Contact Us” form, helping Amazon refine the language packs during the beta phase.
How to Change Your Language Setting
- Access Account Settings — Log into Seller Central, hover over the gear icon in the upper‑right corner, and click “Account Info.”
- Locate Feed Report Preferences — Scroll to the “Your Services” section, find “Feed Processing Report Language,” and click the “Edit” button beside it.
- Select Desired Language — From the dropdown, choose the marketplace’s default language (e.g., “Deutsch – Germany”) or any other supported language, then hit “Save.”
- Confirm Change with a Test Download — Submit a small test feed (such as a single inventory update) and download the resulting processing report to verify that error messages now appear in the chosen language.
Analysis & Recommendations
Why This Matters
International sellers can cut translation time by receiving error messages directly in the marketplace language, speeding up feed fixes and reducing manual effort. Because the feature is still in beta, early adoption helps Amazon improve coverage and ensures teams avoid surprise English messages during high‑volume uploads.
Key Takeaways
- Default feed error language is US English unless changed via the Language Selector.
- The selector is beta‑only and supports marketplace‑specific languages such as German for Amazon.de and Japanese for Amazon.co.jp.
- Only the text inside downloaded feed processing reports is affected; the rest of Seller Central UI remains unchanged.
- Not all error strings are fully translated yet; some codes may still appear in English.
Recommended Actions
- →In Seller Central, go to Account Info (gear icon > Account Info) and click Edit next to ‘Feed Processing Report Language’.
- →Choose the desired marketplace language from the dropdown and click Save.
- →Run a small test feed and download the processing report to confirm the error messages appear in the selected language.
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