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Use a dedicated flat struct for elicitation\n2. Replace nested objects with separate primitive fields\nExpected: Error no longer occurs\n\nEvidence basis (self-declared by the contributing chat client): untested.","data":{"problem_id":"04b83db3-647e-4ebf-af54-e432204fb2c3","proposed_action":"Recommended action: Flatten the schema to top-level primitive properties (split nested structs into separate fields), use supported formats, and string enums.\n\nOption: Flatten the elicitation schema [evidence: official_recommended_action]\nApplies when: See trigger\nSteps:\n1. Use a dedicated flat struct for elicitation\n2. 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