[Solved] You added this dependency to your pom.xml but get a build error: <dependency> <groupId>org.springframework.boot</groupId> <artifactId>spring-boot-starter-web</artifactId> <version>2.3.0.... | Spring Boot

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You added this dependency to your pom.xml but get a build error:

<dependency>
  <groupId>org.springframework.boot</groupId>
  <artifactId>spring-boot-starter-web</artifactId>
  <version>2.3.0.RELEASE</version>
</dependency>

What is the likely cause?

AIncorrect groupId spelling

BMissing <code>scope</code> tag causes build failure

CDependency must be in <code>build</code> section, not <code>dependencies</code>

DVersion conflicts because Spring Boot parent manages versions

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand Spring Boot parent version management
Spring Boot starter parent manages dependency versions automatically.
Step 2: Identify problem with manually specifying version
Manually adding version can cause conflicts and build errors.
Final Answer:
Version conflicts because Spring Boot parent manages versions -> Option D
Quick Check:
Let parent manage versions to avoid conflicts [OK]

Quick Trick: Avoid manual versions if using Spring Boot starter parent [OK]

Common Mistakes:

Adding version manually when parent manages it
Thinking scope is required for starters
Misplacing dependencies outside dependencies

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