Cascade Broke Thymeleaf Template Rendering
HTML pages fail to render after Cascade modified Thymeleaf templates. Error pages show template processing exceptions instead of actual content. The application shows 'Thymeleaf template not found' or 'variable not available in context' errors.
Cascade likely broke variable references or modified template structure incorrectly.
Error Messages You Might See
Common Causes
- Cascade changed variable names in controller but not in template
- Thymeleaf attribute syntax error: th:text='${missing.variable}'
- Cascade removed template file or moved it without updating references
- Cascade modified model and didn't add required attributes
How to Fix It
Check error messages for variable names that don't exist. Verify model attributes are added in controller with model.addAttribute(). Review git diff for template changes. Use IDE validation for Thymeleaf syntax. Test page rendering with debug logging enabled to see model contents.
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Get HelpFrequently Asked Questions
How do I debug Thymeleaf errors?
Enable server logs to see error details. Use [[${variable}]] to inline variables. Check controller adds model attributes.
How do I check variable exists in Thymeleaf?
Use th:if='${variable != null}' or th:if='${variable}'. Check controller model.addAttribute() calls.