Probably the chain came off the rubber stopper over the opening regarding water flushing. Take of the lid, flush and you will see exactly what I mean, Pull the chain by hand and it will flush. Extremely simple to get a new one or perhaps the chain is only unhooked.
You do not need a plumber for this. I have done it several times, when Hubby was away.
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