Bug Error when trying to import language XML

There is a bug in this version
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Kirby

Guest
Trying to import the German language XML for XenForo 2.2.15 as a new language results in

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This most likely happens because language XML < 2.3.0 don't contain short date formats.

Workaround
Manually create a new language and import the XML in overwrite mode afterwards

Suggested Fix
A better error messaging telling the admin that the XML file is incompatible
or
Import without setting short date formats if Skip import checks is enabled (Preferred)

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