BRF272 - The short text does not have any second message variable

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRF - Messages for Business Rule Framework

• Message number: 272

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

What causes this issue?

For the action, in the <ZK>Details </>section, you made an entry in the
<ZK>Expression &2</> field or in the <ZK>Message Variable &2</> field,
but there is no variable &v2& in the message short text.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Delete the entry in the <ZK>Expression &2</> field or in the <ZK>Message
Variable &2</> field.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRF272 - The short text does not have any second message variable ?

  The SAP error message BRF272 ("The short text does not have any second message variable") typically occurs in the context of Business Rule Framework (BRF+) when there is an issue with the configuration of a message that is expected to have multiple variables but is defined with only one.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A message is defined in the BRF+ application that is expected to have multiple variables (placeholders) for dynamic content, but the short text of the message only includes one variable.
  The message configuration does not match the expected format, leading to inconsistencies in how the message is processed or displayed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BRF272 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Message Configuration:
  
  Go to the BRF+ workbench and locate the message that is causing the issue.
  Verify the short text of the message. Ensure that if the message is defined to have multiple variables, the short text should include placeholders for all expected variables.
  
  
  
  Modify the Short Text:
  
  If the short text currently has only one variable, you may need to add additional placeholders (e.g., &1, &2, etc.) to match the number of variables defined in the message.
  
  
  
  Review Message Usage:
  
  Check where the message is being used in your BRF+ rules or applications. Ensure that the context in which the message is called aligns with the message definition.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the BRF+ application to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that messages are displayed correctly.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Support:
  
  If you are unsure about the changes or if the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or seek assistance from SAP support or your internal SAP team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BRF+ Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the BRF+ documentation available on the SAP Help Portal for detailed guidance on message handling and configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional insights related to BRF+ error messages.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can share their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BRF272 error and ensure that your BRF+ messages are configured correctly.