How To Fix S1265 - Not sorted. Position the cursor on a column

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S1 - Statistik / SAP-Monitor

• Message number: 265

• Message text: Not sorted. Position the cursor on a column

What causes this issue?

The cursor is not positioned on a column with sortable data.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Position the cursor on a column with sortable data.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S1265 - Not sorted. Position the cursor on a column ?

  The SAP error message S1265 "Not sorted. Position the cursor on a column" typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation that requires the data in a list or table to be sorted, but it is not currently sorted. This can happen in various SAP transactions or reports where sorting is a prerequisite for certain actions, such as filtering, exporting, or performing calculations.
  Cause:
  
  Data Not Sorted: The data displayed in the list or table is not sorted based on the required column.
  User Action: The user may have attempted to perform an action (like selecting a range of data) that requires the data to be sorted first.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the S1265 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Sort the Data:
  
  Click on the column header of the column you want to sort by. This will sort the data in ascending order.
  If you want to sort in descending order, click the column header again (or use the sort options available in the menu).
  
  
  
  Use the Menu Options:
  
  In some cases, you can use the menu options to sort the data. Look for options like "Sort Ascending" or "Sort Descending" in the menu bar.
  
  
  
  Check for Filters:
  
  Ensure that there are no filters applied that might affect the sorting. Clear any filters if necessary.
  
  
  
  Reposition the Cursor:
  
  After sorting, make sure to reposition the cursor on the column you want to work with.
  
  
  
  Refresh the View:
  
  Sometimes, refreshing the view can help. Look for a refresh button or option in the interface.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on sorting and managing lists in the specific module you are working with.
  User Training: If you frequently encounter this error, consider training sessions on how to effectively use sorting and filtering in SAP.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have faced similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the S1265 error and continue with your work in SAP.