How To Fix 5C809 - Sorting according to first displayed column

5C809 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5C - HR: Messages for Switzerland

• Message number: 809

• Message text: Sorting according to first displayed column

What causes this issue?

For sorting a table the column for which the sorting is to be carried
out should be entered.

System Response

It is sorted after the first displayed column.

How to fix this error?

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C809 - Sorting according to first displayed column ?

  The SAP error message 5C809, which states "Sorting according to first displayed column," typically occurs in the context of SAP GUI when a user attempts to sort a list or table in a way that is not allowed due to the configuration of the report or the data being displayed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Sorting Restrictions: The error usually arises when the user tries to sort a column that is not the first displayed column in a list or report. SAP has certain restrictions on how data can be sorted based on the configuration of the report.
  Data Structure: The underlying data structure may not support sorting on the selected column due to how the data is organized or indexed.
  User Permissions: In some cases, user permissions or roles may restrict certain actions, including sorting.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Sort by First Column: To resolve the error, try sorting the data by the first displayed column. This is often the only column