Message type: E = Error
Message class: AQ - Message texts for SAP Query
Message number: 407
Message text: Specify a line assignment or a sort criterion
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AQ407
- Specify a line assignment or a sort criterion ?The SAP error message AQ407 ("Specify a line assignment or a sort criterion") typically occurs in the context of reporting or data processing within SAP, particularly when dealing with lists or tables that require specific sorting or assignment criteria.
Cause: The error is triggered when the system expects the user to provide either a line assignment (which determines how data is grouped or categorized) or a sort criterion (which dictates the order in which data is displayed) but none has been specified. This can happen in various scenarios, such as: Generating reports without defining how the data should be organized. Using transaction codes that require sorting or grouping parameters. Custom programs or queries that lack necessary input parameters.
Solution: To resolve the AQ407 error, you can take the following steps: Check Input Parameters: Ensure that you have specified the necessary line assignment or sort criteria in the relevant fields. This may involve: Selecting appropriate fields for sorting (e.g., by
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