Optimize middleware for large datasets

**Problem**
When working with hooks, the error messages could be more descriptive.

**Suggestion**
Improve error handling and add detailed error messages.

**Context**
This would help with debugging and maintenance.

The issue names no files, tests, or entry points; start by locating the middleware and hook error-handling paths in the repository. Review the current messages and determine the expected detail with maintainers; done means hook failures produce more descriptive errors and the relevant behavior is covered by tests.

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