You tried to run git merge branch1 branch2 but got an error: "fatal: You have not concluded your merge (MERGE_HEAD exists)." What should you do?

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Git - Cherry-Pick and Advanced Merging

You tried to run git merge branch1 branch2 but got an error: "fatal: You have not concluded your merge (MERGE_HEAD exists)." What should you do?

ADelete the branches and try again

BForce merge with git merge --force

CRun git merge --abort and then merge again

DResolve conflicts and commit the merge before merging again

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand the error meaning
The error means a previous merge is incomplete and must be finished first.
Step 2: Resolve conflicts and commit
You must fix conflicts and commit the merge before starting a new merge.
Final Answer:
Resolve conflicts and commit the merge before merging again -> Option D
Quick Check:
Finish current merge before starting new one [OK]

Quick Trick: Complete or abort current merge before new merges [OK]

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