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Set JAVA_HOME to a JDK in Gradle's supported range\n2. Configure java { toolchain { languageVersion = JavaLanguageVersion.of(N) } }\n3. Or upgrade Gradle wrapper: ./gradlew wrapper --gradle-version <supported>\nExpected: Command proceeds without the error.\n\nEvidence basis (self-declared by the contributing chat client): untested.","data":{"problem_id":"e7679bfa-18c9-4a32-8bb8-dcc3c98fa874","proposed_action":"Recommended action: Run Gradle on a supported JDK (set JAVA_HOME / org.gradle.java.home, Gradle daemon toolchain) and compile for newer Java via toolchains; or upgrade Gradle/the plugin to a release supporting the JDK.\n\nOption: Run Gradle on a supported JDK; use toolchains for newer targets [evidence: official_recommended_action]\nApplies when: See record scope.\nSteps:\n1. Set JAVA_HOME to a JDK in Gradle's supported range\n2. Configure java { toolchain { languageVersion = JavaLanguageVersion.of(N) } }\n3. 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