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Fix Project and Visio 365 Installation Failure with en-GB Language Setting
Question details
The user is unable to successfully install Microsoft Project 365 and Visio 365 when applying the English (United Kingdom) language configuration.
- Product
- Microsoft Project 365, Microsoft Visio 365
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Deploying Microsoft Project and Visio 365 alongside Microsoft 365 Standard using a specific regional language pack (en-GB).
- Observed behavior
- Microsoft 365 Standard installs properly in en-GB, but Project and Visio 365 installations fail. When using the MatchOS setting, they install successfully but default to en-US instead of en-GB.
Ensure you have administrative privileges on your device and a stable internet connection to generate new deployment XML files and download Microsoft Office language packs.
Reconfigure Deployment using the Office Customization Tool
Using the web-based Office Customization Tool (OCT) ensures your deployment XML file has the correct product IDs and language identifiers for Project and Visio.
Manual XML configuration errors are the most common cause of deployment failures for standalone products like Project and Visio. Generating a fresh configuration file using Microsoft's official tool will accurately map the requested products to the en-GB language pack.
Open your web browser and navigate to config.office.com to access the Microsoft Office Customization Tool.
Choose the appropriate architecture (32-bit or 64-bit). Under the 'Products' section, explicitly select your specific versions of Project and Visio (e.g., ProjectProRetail or VisioProRetail).
Scroll to the 'Language' section. Select 'English (United Kingdom)' as the primary language. Do not select MatchOS if it consistently defaults to en-US on your environment.
Click 'Export' to generate the new XML configuration file. Use the Office Deployment Tool (ODT) in your command line with this new file (e.g., setup.exe /configure newconfig.xml) to install the applications.
Install the en-GB Language Pack Manually
If automated deployment continues to fail with the en-GB parameter, you can bypass the error by installing in en-US and adding the language pack post-installation.
Choose WPS Office for a Hassle-Free Suite
If you are tired of complex XML deployment configurations and frustrating installation errors with Microsoft 365, consider switching to WPS Office. It provides a lightweight, highly compatible, and easy-to-install office suite without complicated enterprise deployment setups.
- 1. Download the Installer: Visit the official WPS Office website and click the Free Download button to get the setup file.
- 2. Install the Suite: Run the downloaded installer and follow the simple on-screen instructions. The installation takes only a few moments.
- 3. Select Your Language: Open WPS Office, click on the Settings gear icon, and easily switch your interface to English (United Kingdom) or any other preferred language.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Microsoft 365 Standard install in en-GB but Project fails?
Project and Visio operate on separate deployment identifiers (like ProjectProRetail). They may require explicitly matched language parameters in the XML configuration file, independent of the main Microsoft 365 suite settings.
What is the MatchOS setting in Office deployment?
MatchOS is an XML configuration attribute that instructs the Office Deployment Tool to install the Office applications using the same default language as the host operating system.
Where can I find the Office Customization Tool?
The Office Customization Tool is a free, web-based service provided by Microsoft at config.office.com. It allows administrators to dynamically generate and export precise configuration XML files for deployment.
Can I change the display language of Visio after installation?
Yes, you can change the display and proofing language at any time by navigating to File > Options > Language within the Visio application and downloading the desired language pack from Microsoft.
