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.replit Config File Invalid on Replit
Replit displays config errors or your custom run command doesn't execute. The .replit configuration file has syntax errors or missing required fields.
The .replit file controls how your app builds and runs on Replit.
Error Messages You Might See
Invalid .replit configuration
Failed to parse .replit file
run: command not found
Common Causes
- TOML syntax errors (missing quotes, invalid characters)
- Missing 'run' key for deployment command
- Wrong build tool command (e.g., mvn instead of ./gradlew)
- File encoding issues or line endings
- Incorrect module path for multi-module projects
How to Fix It
Validate .replit TOML syntax using a TOML linter. Ensure 'run' command is correct (./gradlew bootRun for Gradle projects). For Spring Boot, use './gradlew bootRun' or java -jar. Set appropriate working directory if needed. Verify file is saved as plain text with Unix line endings.
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Get HelpFrequently Asked Questions
What's a basic .replit for Spring Boot?
[build] command = "./gradlew build" [run] command = "java -jar build/libs/app.jar"