How To Fix >REP037 - The subtotal can only be set up for sorted fields (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >REP -

• Message number: 037

• Message text: The subtotal can only be set up for sorted fields (&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >REP037 - The subtotal can only be set up for sorted fields (&1) ?

  The SAP error message REP037 indicates that a subtotal can only be set up for sorted fields in a report. This typically occurs when you are trying to create a subtotal in a report where the fields you want to subtotal are not sorted in the correct order.
  Cause:
  The error arises because the subtotal functionality in SAP reports requires that the data is sorted by the fields for which you want to calculate the subtotal. If the fields are not sorted, SAP cannot correctly calculate the subtotal, leading to this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Sort the Fields: Ensure that the fields for which you want to create subtotals are sorted in the report. You can do this by:
  
  Going to the report layout or settings.
  Finding the sorting options and selecting the appropriate fields to sort.
  
  
  
  Check Report Configuration: Review the report configuration to ensure that the subtotal settings are correctly defined. Make sure that the fields you want to subtotal are included in the sorting criteria.
  
  
  Adjust Report Layout: If you are using a custom report layout, check the layout settings to ensure that the fields are sorted as required.
  
  
  Test the Report: After making the necessary adjustments, run the report again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for your specific version to understand more about report configuration and subtotal settings.
  SAP Community: You can also check the SAP Community forums for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (like SE38 for report execution, or SE80 for report development) that may help you in adjusting the report settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.