Failed to execute goal org.apache.maven.plugins:maven-compiler-plugin:2.3.2:compile (default-compile)

Question

I am using Maven 3.0.5 and Spring Tool Source 3.2 with Maven plugin installed. When I try to do \'Run As---> Maven install\', I am getting

Answer 1

Java 9 incompatible

I got this error when trying to calling mvn install on a project.

I had installed Java 9 on macOS as well as Java 8 Update 144. My Maven project was apparently invoking Java 9 and failing. Removed Java 9 from my Mac, leaving just Java 8 in place. Maven is now happily building my project to successful completion.

Using Apache Maven 3.5.0 on macOS Sierra.