Autodata Error Reading The Language Settings From The Upd

The error message "Error reading the language settings from the UPD" (often associated with versions like Autodata 3.45) typically occurs during software startup when the application fails to identify or access its required regional configuration. This is a common issue on newer operating systems like Windows 7, 8, and 10. Why This Happens

try 
  data = loadUPD(path)
  validateSchema(data)
  locale = data.locale ?? data.language ?? DEFAULT_LOCALE
 catch (ParseException e) 
  log.error("UPD parse failed", e)
  restoreBackupOrUseDefaults()

C:\AutoData
C:\ProgramData\AutoData

In the Formats tab, change the "Format" to English (United States). Click Apply and OK. autodata error reading the language settings from the upd