What step should be taken after detecting a merge conflict to address it effectively?

After detecting a merge conflict, reviewing the merge conflict in the related promotion record is a crucial step in effectively addressing the issue. This review process allows you to analyze the specific components that are in conflict and understand the differences between the changes made in various branches. By examining the details of the conflict, you can determine the best course of action to reconcile the differences, ensuring that all relevant changes are preserved and merged appropriately.

This approach promotes a thorough understanding of the conflicting changes, allowing you to make informed decisions about how to resolve the conflict, rather than applying automatic resolutions that may overlook important modifications or logic in the code. Engaging with the details of the conflict enhances collaboration and clarity among team members, as it encourages discussion about the intent behind changes and fosters a more comprehensive resolution process.

Delaying deployment until the conflict is resolved can lead to unnecessary downtime and potential disruption, while immediately applying auto-resolve may not take into account the nuances of the differences, which could lead to unintended consequences. Contacting support for guidance might be an option, but it is generally more effective to address the conflict using the tools and information readily available in the promotion record first.