SortExpression Element (RDL)
Contains the expression by which to sort the data.
Syntax
<SortBy>
...
<SortExpression>...</SortExpression>
...
</SortBy>
Element Characteristics
| Characteristic | Description |
|---|---|
Data type and length |
String |
Default value |
None |
Cardinality |
1-1: Required element that occurs once and only once. |
Element Relationships
| Relationship | Element |
|---|---|
Parent element |
|
Child element |
None |
Remarks
Only standard aggregate functions, like Sum, can be used in a sort expression.
References to report items cannot be used in a sort expression.
See Also
Reference
Report Definition XML Elements
Other Resources
Using Report Functions in Expressions (Reporting Services)