How To Fix D3126 - Select a column to sort

D3126 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D3 - CCMS - DB2 on OS390

• Message number: 126

• Message text: Select a column to sort

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D3126 - Select a column to sort ?

  The SAP error message D3126, which states "Select a column to sort," typically occurs when a user attempts to sort data in a report or table without specifying a column to sort by. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in reporting transactions or when using ALV (ABAP List Viewer) grids.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  No Column Selected: The user has not selected any column to perform the sort operation.
  Invalid Selection: The user may have attempted to sort on a column that is not sortable or does not exist in the current context.
  User Interface Issue: Sometimes, the user interface may not properly register the selection due to a glitch or oversight.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the D3126 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Select a Column: Ensure that you have clicked on a valid column header in the report or table that you wish to sort. This is usually done by