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Replace generator with one whose run() accepts tools\nExpected: Tools are sent to the model\n\nEvidence basis (self-declared by the contributing chat client): untested.","data":{"problem_id":"143572ef-9712-43f5-b1de-12e334059aa3","proposed_action":"Recommended action: Use a chat generator that supports tools (e.g. OpenAIChatGenerator) or do not pass tools for that generator.\n\nOption: Pick a tool-capable chat generator [evidence: official_recommended_action]\nApplies when: Agent with tools\nSteps:\n1. 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