How To Fix R9081 - Position cursor on a valid sort field

R9081 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R9 - Business Explorer

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Position cursor on a valid sort field

What causes this issue?

The cursor is positioned on an invalid area for the sorting.

System Response

The sort process was terminated.

How to fix this error?

Please position the cursor on a text or a technical name. The sort then
affects the whole area.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R9081 - Position cursor on a valid sort field ?

  The SAP error message R9081, "Position cursor on a valid sort field," typically occurs in the context of reporting or data selection within SAP systems, particularly when using the ALV (ABAP List Viewer) or similar reporting tools. This error indicates that the user is trying to sort data based on a field that is not recognized as a valid sort field in the current context.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Sort Field: The field you are trying to sort by is not included in the list of valid sort fields for the report or ALV grid.
  Field Not Displayed: The field may not be part of the displayed columns in the report, making it impossible to sort by it.
  Technical Issues: There may be a technical issue with the report or the underlying data structure that prevents sorting.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Sort Fields: Ensure that the field you are trying to sort by is indeed a valid sort field. You