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In overrides write \"<pkg>\": \"$<pkg>\" (or align the direct dependency version with the override).\n2. Rerun npm install.\nExpected: Command proceeds without the error.\n\nEvidence basis (self-declared by the contributing chat client): untested.","data":{"problem_id":"a70c9cd4-c287-4be3-be65-7afe38bba31f","proposed_action":"Recommended action: Make the direct dependency spec and the override identical, or reference the direct dependency with the `$<name>` syntax in overrides (e.g. \"foo\": \"$foo\").\n\nOption: Use $reference in overrides [evidence: official_recommended_action]\nApplies when: See record scope.\nSteps:\n1. In overrides write \"<pkg>\": \"$<pkg>\" (or align the direct dependency version with the override).\n2. 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