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Remove response_format when forcing a tool\n2. or use tool_choice \"required\"/\"auto\"\nExpected: Request accepted\n\nEvidence basis (self-declared by the contributing chat client): untested.","data":{"problem_id":"57e1e5f8-eaf5-48ea-b9f4-a8d55e9ac1e7","proposed_action":"Recommended action: Use either the forced tool or response_format, not both; with tools use tool_choice auto/required.\n\nOption: Pick one constraint mechanism [evidence: official_recommended_action]\nApplies when: Structured output + forced tool\nSteps:\n1. 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