How To Fix SRF_AUTHORING236 - Invalid sort order &1

SRF_AUTHORING236 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRF_AUTHORING - Message class for SRF Authoring

• Message number: 236

• Message text: Invalid sort order &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRF_AUTHORING236 - Invalid sort order &1 ?

  The SAP error message SRF_AUTHORING236, which indicates "Invalid sort order &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that involve sorting data, such as in reports or data retrieval processes. This error suggests that the specified sort order is not recognized or is invalid.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Sort Order Specification: The sort order specified in the application or report may not be valid. This could be due to a typo, an unsupported sort order, or a sort order that does not correspond to the fields being sorted.
  Data Model Issues: If the data model or the underlying database structure has changed, it may lead to discrepancies in the expected sort order.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that affect how sorting is handled.
  Version Compatibility: If the application or report was developed in a different version of SAP, there may be compatibility issues with the sort order.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Sort Order Syntax: