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JSON Parsing Error in API Response
API returns unexpected response format causing JSON parsing errors. The response doesn't match expected structure.
Missing fields, unexpected types, or null values break deserialization.
Error Messages You Might See
com.fasterxml.jackson.databind.exc.UnrecognizedPropertyException
com.google.gson.JsonSyntaxException
Failed to parse JSON response
Common Causes
- Response format changed by API provider
- Jackson/Gson expecting different field structure
- Null values in required fields
- Field name mismatch (camelCase vs snake_case)
- API returns HTML error page instead of JSON
How to Fix It
For Spring Boot/Jackson, use @JsonProperty for field mapping and @JsonInclude(Include.NON_NULL) for nulls. Enable lenient parsing. Add @JsonAnySetter for flexible responses. Log raw response before parsing to inspect actual content. Use API documentation or Swagger to verify response schema.
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Get HelpFrequently Asked Questions
How do I handle optional API fields?
Use @JsonInclude(Include.NON_NULL) and make field Optional or null-safe