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Change Literal[1,2] to Literal['1','2'] (or str Enum).\n2. Convert values to int after parsing.\nExpected: Error no longer occurs\n\nEvidence basis (self-declared by the contributing chat client): untested.","data":{"problem_id":"e62ce1ba-7b17-412b-b7bd-71aa9a9e7355","proposed_action":"Recommended action: Use string Literals/enums in Gemini schemas and convert on the client, or use response_json_schema.\n\nOption: Use string enums and map back [evidence: documented_workaround]\nApplies when: See trigger\nSteps:\n1. Change Literal[1,2] to Literal['1','2'] (or str Enum).\n2. 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