How To Fix 0K528 - Sort criterion & is a technical field

0K528 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0K - Messages for "General List Modules"

• Message number: 528

• Message text: Sort criterion & is a technical field

What causes this issue?

A field which is defined as technical in the field catalog with the
flag TECH = 'X' cannot be a sort criterion.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

0K528 - Details

• The SAP error message 0K528 typically indicates an issue related to sorting criteria in a report or query, particularly when a field is marked as a technical field. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when generating reports, executing queries, or working with data in SAP systems.
  
  Cause:
  
  Technical Field: The error suggests that the field you are trying to use as a sort criterion is a technical field. Technical fields are usually system-generated fields that are not intended for sorting or reporting purposes.
  Incorrect Configuration: The sorting criteria may not be properly configured in the report or query settings.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data model or the way the data is structured, leading to conflicts when sorting.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Change Sort Criteria: Review the sort criteria being used in your report or query. Replace the technical field with a non-technical field that is appropriate for sorting.
  Check Report/Query Configuration: