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:
<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>
