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Settings.llm = Ollama(model=..., context_window=8192)\n2. Lower max_tokens / num_output\nExpected: Positive available context\n\nEvidence basis (self-declared by the contributing chat client): untested.","data":{"problem_id":"df52aa4c-ce23-4715-ab44-b9c55fd3f92b","proposed_action":"Recommended action: Set the LLM context_window to the real model window (e.g. Ollama(context_window=8192)), reduce max_tokens/num_output, or shorten prompt templates.\n\nOption: Configure context_window and num_output correctly [evidence: official_recommended_action]\nApplies when: Custom/local LLMs\nSteps:\n1. Settings.llm = Ollama(model=..., context_window=8192)\n2. 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