How To Fix WK019 - Place the cursor on the column content to sort it

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WK - BPT: Messages integr. inbox

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Place the cursor on the column content to sort it

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WK019 - Place the cursor on the column content to sort it ?

  SAP Error Message WK019: "Place the cursor on the column content to sort it"
  
  Cause:
  The error message WK019 typically appears in SAP workflow or list processing contexts when a user attempts to sort a list or table but the system cannot determine which column to sort by. This usually happens because the cursor is not positioned on any column content in the list or ALV grid, so SAP does not know which column's data should be used for sorting.
  
  Explanation:
  
  In SAP list displays (such as workflow inbox, ALV grids, or other tabular displays), sorting is often triggered by clicking on a column header or by using a sort function.
  If the user tries to sort without having the cursor on a specific column (for example, clicking outside the column headers or in an area that is not recognized as a column), SAP cannot identify the sorting key.
  The system then issues the message WK019 to prompt the user to place the cursor correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Place the cursor on the column content: Before triggering the sort action, click directly on the column header or inside a cell of the column you want to sort by.
  Use the column header for sorting: In many SAP list displays, clicking the column header automatically sorts the list by that column.
  Check the UI interaction: Ensure you are interacting with the list or ALV grid correctly. Avoid clicking outside the list area or on non-sortable parts of the screen.
  If sorting via function keys or menu options, make sure the cursor is positioned on the desired column before invoking the sort.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Message Class: WK (Workflow)
  Context: Often seen in SAP Workflow inbox or other workflow-related list displays.
  Similar Messages: Other sorting-related messages may appear if the list is not properly focused or if the column is not sortable.
  SAP Notes: There might be SAP Notes related to specific workflow or ALV grid issues if this message appears unexpectedly or frequently.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Message
  WK019 - Place the cursor on the column content to sort it
  
  
  Cause
  Cursor not positioned on a sortable column when sorting is attempted
  
  
  Solution
  Click on the column header or inside a column cell before sorting
  
  
  Context
  Workflow inbox, ALV grids, list displays
  
  
  
  
  If you continue to experience issues, consider checking the specific transaction or program documentation or SAP Notes for your SAP version.