How To Fix AQ622 - Discrepancy between sorting and limits

AQ622 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQ - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 622

• Message text: Discrepancy between sorting and limits

What causes this issue?

If you choose the 'key figure (absolute value)' strategy when
performing an ABC analysis, the sort order is significant. In the case
of a sort sequence in descending order, the limit between the A and B
segments must be greater than the limit between the B and C segments.
In the case of a sort sequence in ascending order, the limit between
the A and B segments must be smaller than the limit between the B and C
segments.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ622 - Discrepancy between sorting and limits ?

  The SAP error message AQ622, which states "Discrepancy between sorting and limits," typically occurs in the context of queries or reports where there is a mismatch between the sorting criteria and the limits set for the data retrieval. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in reporting tools like SAP Query or SAP BW.
  
  Cause:
  
  Sorting and Limits Conflict: The error arises when the sorting order of the data does not align with the limits defined for the query. For example, if you are trying to limit the output to a certain number of records but the sorting criteria do not allow for a clear top N selection, this discrepancy can trigger the error.
  Incorrect Query Configuration: The query might be configured in a way that the limits are not applicable to the sorted data, leading to confusion in how the data should be presented.
  Data Model Issues: Sometimes, the underlying data model