How To Fix ICL_BRF172 - The short text does not have any second message variable

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICL_BRF - Messages of BRF-Related Claims Objects

• Message number: 172

• Message text: The short text does not have any second message variable

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICL_BRF172 - The short text does not have any second message variable ?

  The SAP error message ICL_BRF172, which states "The short text does not have any second message variable," typically occurs in the context of Business Rule Framework (BRF) applications within SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the message configuration, specifically that a message is expected to have a second variable for substitution, but it does not.
  Cause:
  
  Message Configuration Issue: The message defined in the BRF does not have the correct number of variables. If the message is defined to use two variables but only one is provided, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Message Text: The short text of the message may not be set up correctly to accommodate the expected variables.
  BRF+ Rule Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the rules or decision tables that reference the message.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Message Configuration:
  
  Go to the BRF+ workbench and check the message definition that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the message text is correctly defined to include the expected number of variables. If it requires two variables, make sure both are provided in the context where the message is being called.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Message Text:
  
  If the message is intended to have only one variable, modify the message definition to remove the expectation for a second variable.
  Alternatively, if the second variable is necessary, ensure that it is being passed correctly in the context of the rule execution.
  
  
  
  Review Rule Logic:
  
  Check the rules or decision tables that are invoking this message. Ensure that they are correctly set up to provide the necessary variables when the message is triggered.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the BRF+ application to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the messages are displayed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BRF+ Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for BRF+ for detailed information on message handling and configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ICL_BRF172 error and ensure that your BRF+ application functions as intended.