How To Fix ICL_BRF173 - The short text does not have any third message variable

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 173

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICL_BRF173 - The short text does not have any third message variable ?

  The SAP error message ICL_BRF173, which states "The short text does not have any third 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 related to the use of message variables in the short text of a message.
  Cause:
  
  Message Configuration Issue: The error arises when a message is defined with placeholders (variables) for dynamic content, but the short text of the message does not include the expected number of variables. For example, if the message is defined to use three variables, but the short text only includes two or none, this error will be triggered.
  Incorrect Message Definition: The message might have been incorrectly defined in the BRF configuration, leading to a mismatch between the number of variables expected and those provided.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Message Definition:
  
  Go to the BRF configuration where the message is defined.
  Verify the message text and ensure that the number of variables in the message definition matches the placeholders used in the short text.
  If the short text is supposed to use three variables, ensure that all three are included in the message text.
  
  
  
  Modify the Short Text:
  
  If the short text is incorrect, modify it to include the necessary placeholders for the variables. For example, if you need to include three variables, the short text should be formatted to accommodate all three.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the message again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to BRF and message handling for any additional guidelines or best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  BRF Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation on the Business Rule Framework for more details on message handling and configuration.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ICL_BRF173 error and ensure that your message configurations are correct.