claude-code - 💡(How to fix) Fix [BUG] Claude reads stored feedback/rules but doesn't reliably follow them when under time pressure or task complexity. [1 comments, 2 participants]

Error Messages/Logs

TL;DR

The issue may be resolved by re-examining the setup of the claude.md files and the rules provided to codex, as the model occasionally recognizes the rules but fails to follow them.

Guidance

• Verify that the claude.md files are correctly formatted and placed in the expected locations, as the model's occasional recognition of the rules suggests a potential issue with file setup or accessibility.
• Check for any updates or changes in the Anthropics API or Claude Code version 4.6 that may affect how rules are processed or applied, considering the regression from a previous working version.
• Attempt to simplify or rephrase the rules to see if the model's performance improves, as the current rules may be too complex or ambiguous for consistent interpretation.
• If possible, try reproducing the issue with a different model or version to isolate whether the problem is specific to the Opus model or the current setup.

Notes

The lack of specific error messages or logs, as well as the absence of a last known working version, limits the ability to pinpoint the exact cause. The issue's description suggests a potential inconsistency in how the model interprets or applies the given rules.

Recommendation

Apply workaround: Given the model occasionally recognizes the rules, focusing on refining the rule setup and potentially simplifying the rules may provide a temporary solution until a more definitive fix is found.