[Solved] Error: Failed to execute goal org.springframework.boot:spring-boot-maven-plugin:2.4.4:repackage (repackage)

If you have come across this error when trying to build and deploy your Spring Boot Maven application then this post will help you!

Error: Failed to execute goal org.springframework.boot:spring-boot-maven-plugin:2.4.4:repackage (repackage)

How to fix the Repackage Execute Goal Error

You need to make sure you have the mainClass explicitly defined under your build->plugin as follows:

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<build>
    <plugins>
        <plugin>
            <groupId>org.springframework.boot</groupId>
            <artifactId>spring-boot-maven-plugin</artifactId>
            <configuration>
                <mainClass>com.example.apps.YourApplication</mainClass>
            </configuration>
        </plugin>
    </plugins>
</build>