How To Fix KH344 - List is sorted in descending order by & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting

• Message number: 344

• Message text: List is sorted in descending order by & &

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

The list is sorted in descending order according to &V1&.
The hierarchical list is displayed in ascending order.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE 'RKCDUMONSDIR' OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KH344 - List is sorted in descending order by & & ?

  The SAP error message KH344 typically indicates that a list is sorted in descending order by a specific field or fields, which may not be the expected behavior for the user or the process being executed. This message is often encountered in the context of reporting or data analysis within SAP, particularly in modules related to controlling (CO) or financial accounting (FI).
  Cause:
  The error message KH344 is usually triggered when:
  
  The user is trying to view or analyze a report or list that is sorted in descending order, and this is not suitable for the intended analysis.
  The sorting order may not align with the user's expectations or the requirements of the report.
  There may be a configuration or setting in the report that defaults to descending order.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KH344 error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Change Sorting Order:
  
  If you are in a report or list view, look for options to change the sorting order. This is often available in the toolbar or menu options.
  You can typically click on the column header to toggle between ascending and descending order.
  
  
  
  Check Report Settings:
  
  If you have access to the report configuration, check the settings to see if the default sorting order can be changed.
  Look for any user-specific settings that might be overriding the default behavior.
  
  
  
  Use Selection Criteria:
  
  If applicable, adjust your selection criteria to filter the data in a way that makes the descending order more meaningful or relevant.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources specific to the module you are working with for more detailed guidance on sorting and report configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot find a way to change the sorting order, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or system administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Modules: This error is commonly associated with modules like Controlling (CO) and Financial Accounting (FI).
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to modify report settings or sorting options.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that might address known issues related to sorting in reports.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the KH344 error and adjust the sorting order to meet your needs.