How To Fix ID_WT039 - The items in file &1 are not sorted, check the sort criteria in file def.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ID_WT - International Development - Withholding Tax Reporting Tool

• Message number: 039

• Message text: The items in file &1 are not sorted, check the sort criteria in file def.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ID_WT039 - The items in file &1 are not sorted, check the sort criteria in file def. ?

  The SAP error message ID_WT039 indicates that the items in the specified file are not sorted according to the required sort criteria defined in the file definition. This error typically occurs during the processing of data files, such as during the upload of data or when processing batch input files.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the data in the file does not adhere to the expected sorting order as defined in the file definition. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The data was manually edited and not sorted correctly.
  The data was exported from another system without maintaining the required sort order.
  There is a mismatch between the expected sort criteria in the SAP system and the actual order of the data in the file.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ID_WT039 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the File Definition: Review the file definition in SAP to understand the expected sort criteria. This can usually be found in the configuration settings for the specific data upload or processing function.
  
  
  Sort the Data: Open the file in a text editor or spreadsheet application and sort the data according to the criteria specified in the file definition. Ensure that the sorting is done correctly based on the required fields.
  
  
  Validate the Data: After sorting, validate the data to ensure that it meets all other requirements (e.g., data types, mandatory fields) before attempting to upload or process it again.
  
  
  Re-upload the File: Once the data is sorted and validated, try uploading or processing the file again in SAP.
  
  
  Check for Additional Errors: If the error persists, check for any additional error messages or logs that may provide more context on the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  File Definition: The file definition in SAP specifies how the data should be structured, including the sort order, field lengths, and data types.
  Data Upload Programs: Depending on the context, the error may occur in various data upload programs (e.g., LSMW, BAPIs, or custom programs).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific transaction or program you are using.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for guidelines on data file formats and requirements for the specific module you are working with.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ID_WT039 error and successfully process your data file in SAP.