Chat instance is undefined after using setOptions

[nelito987]

Bug report

After the setOptions method is used, the Chat reference returns undefined

Reproduction of the problem

1. Open the Dojo and observe the console - https://dojo.telerik.com/kDEdojjS.

Current behavior

The $("#chat").data("kendoChat") is undefined.

Expected/desired behavior

The reference to the component instance should be available after using setOptions

The issue is a regression starting with 2025.3.825

Environment

• Kendo UI version: 2025.3.1002
• Browser: [all ]