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How to Fix IncompatibleClassChangeError

Fix IncompatibleClassChangeError in Minecraft by removing duplicate libraries and matching mod loader versions.

Quick Fix

Remove duplicate library mods and ensure only one version of each library is installed.

Error Message

java.lang.IncompatibleClassChangeError

How to Fix

1

Check for duplicate library jars in the mods folder

2

Ensure mod loader version matches mod requirements

3

Re-download all mods from official sources

4

Clean the mods folder and add mods back one at a time

Common Causes

  • Mod compiled against a different version of a library than what is present
  • Multiple versions of the same library in the classpath
  • Mod loader version mismatch

Diagnostic Steps

  1. Check the mods folder for duplicate files
  2. Remove any older versions of library mods
  3. Update the mod loader to the latest version
  4. Test with a minimal set of mods

FAQ

How do I know if I have duplicate mods?

Check your mods folder for files with similar names but different version numbers. Only keep the latest compatible version.

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