[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: <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>