How To Fix 881275 - Sorting by customer no. requires "Show Cust. Numbers" indicator to be set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 881 - Recycling Administration

• Message number: 275

• Message text: Sorting by customer no. requires "Show Cust. Numbers" indicator to be set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 881275 - Sorting by customer no. requires "Show Cust. Numbers" indicator to be set ?

  The SAP error message 881275, which states "Sorting by customer no. requires 'Show Cust. Numbers' indicator to be set," typically occurs when you are trying to sort a report or a list by customer number, but the system is configured not to display customer numbers.
  Cause:
  This error arises when the "Show Cust. Numbers" indicator is not activated in the report or transaction you are using. The system requires this indicator to be set in order to sort the data by customer number, as it needs to know that customer numbers should be included in the output.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to enable the "Show Cust. Numbers" indicator. Here’s how you can do that:
  
  
  Access the Report or Transaction:
  
  Go to the specific report or transaction where you encountered the error.
  
  
  
  Locate the Settings:
  
  Look for a settings or options menu within the report. This is often found in the selection screen or as part of the layout settings.
  
  
  
  Enable the Indicator:
  
  Find the "Show Cust. Numbers" checkbox or indicator and ensure it is checked or activated.
  
  
  
  Execute the Report Again:
  
  After enabling the indicator, try running the report or transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to change settings in the report or transaction.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or documentation specific to the module you are working with for more detailed instructions on report settings.
  Consult with IT Support: If you are unable to change the settings or if the issue persists, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP support team or IT department for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully sort by customer number in your SAP report or transaction.