Add configuration options for logging

**Problem**
When working with core, 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. First locate the core error-handling and logging configuration areas, then clarify which configuration options and detailed error messages are in scope; done means the agreed logging behavior is implemented and verified.

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