There are two ways to circumvent this restriction. Both are explained in detail at the link I referenced. Let me know what specific part of that solution you are having trouble with. You can't create arrays with a …

Feb 2, 2024 · This tutorial demonstrates generic array creation error in Java, discusses its reasons and provides solutions with code samples.

Apr 4, 2025 · The loose types of Java generics are hard to coerce into the strong types of Java arrays. We explore the problem and some common solutions.

Jul 23, 2025 · In this article, we will learn about creating generic arrays in Java. Java's generics let you write methods, interfaces, and classes that take in and use many kinds of arguments.

Java does not allow you to create arrays of generic classes. There is however a simple workaround: Create a non-generic class that extends the generic class.

Jul 29, 2025 · Exploring the core reasons and workarounds for the Java restriction preventing direct instantiation of generic arrays like new T [N], focusing on type erasure and covariance.

Troubleshoot and resolve generic array creation errors in Java when working with ArrayLists.

Dec 1, 2025 · In this blog, we’ll demystify why generic arrays are tricky, explore how to create them safely using reflection, and discuss best practices to avoid runtime errors.

Nov 30, 2025 · The ClassCastException when creating an array of a generic list arises from a fundamental conflict: arrays require runtime type information (reification), while generics rely on …

It's because Java's arrays (unlike generics) contain, at runtime, information about its component type. So you must know the component type when you create the array.