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Fix common setup problems

Use the exact error to choose the next check.

Common fixes

ProblemNext step
Unknown serviceMatch the phase's service to a handlers.json key.
Invalid handler JSONWrite one outcome to stdout; put logs on stderr.
Report already existsChoose a new --report filename.
Incomplete workflowCheck declared outcomes, requires and terminal completion.
Docker unavailableStart Docker or omit --docker for native execution.
Command requires a newer installationCheck installation version and use its supported command set.

Check the basics

shell
rippflow doctor --handlers handlers.json
rippflow validate workflow.json --handlers handlers.json
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Checked 2026-11-05.

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