WhatsApp Error 132012: Template parameter format mismatch
One or more variable parameters are incorrectly formatted for the template.
What this means
One or more variable parameters are incorrectly formatted for the template.
Why it happens
- A parameter's type or format doesn't match what the template component expects.
How to resolve it
Match the parameter format exactly to what's specified in the template definition.
Learn more
See Meta's official reference for WhatsApp error code 132012.
Still stuck?
If the error persists after trying the steps above, note the exact error code (132012) and reach out to support with the message details — the code tells us exactly what WhatsApp rejected.
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