mish.geh denotes an apparent error for which returned silver is to be brought back.

In Genesis 43:12, the noun identifies the apparent error behind silver being found back in the sacks, prompting its return.

1. An apparent error requiring correction · dominant

   In Genesis 43:12, the masculine singular absolute noun occurs in the instruction to return silver that had been put back in the sacks; the APB renders the explanation, “perhaps it was an oversight.”

   Genesis 43:12

In the Anselm Project Bible: In Genesis 43:12, the APB presents the situation as “perhaps it was an oversight,”.