What steps should I take to resolve Pact test failures caused by a transitive dependency problem?

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Here are the steps that you can consider taking to resolve Pact test failures caused by a transitive dependency problem:

1. Identify the root cause: Start by identifying the specific dependency that is causing the problem. Check the Pact test logs or the error message to pinpoint the root cause.

2. Update the version: Check if there is a newer version of the problematic dependency available that resolves the issue. If yes, update to the latest version and run the Pact test again to confirm if it resolves the issue.

3. Exclude the dependency: If updating the dependency is not an option or doesn't work, consider excluding the problematic dependency from your project. You can do this by using a dependency exclusion feature provided by your build system.

4. Use an isolated environment: In some cases, the dependency issue might be caused by conflicting versions of dependencies used by different modules. To avoid this, consider using an isolated environment for the Pact test where dependencies can be controlled and managed separately.

5. Create a custom Pact provider: If none of the above steps work, you can consider creating a custom implementation of the Pact provider that uses a different set of dependencies that don’t conflict with your Pact tests.

By following these steps, you can resolve most of the Pact test failures caused by transitive dependency problems.