I have reported this as a bug since FM 8 was released, and also in beta testing of FM 9. I have let Adobe developers know, in no uncertain terms, that this is a MAJOR issue. This sort order issue can invalidate a user's templates which they have used for years.
Please see my entry on the Framemaker forums, where I describe exactly HOW this is a problem for long-time users. http://www.adobeforums.com/webx/.59b65f60 If you agree that this is a significant issue, please voice your displeasure and add your comments to the thread. And it is confirmed that it was introduced with the p277 patch. -Carla - CONFIDENTIAL- This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential, and may also be legally privileged. If you are not the intended recipient, you may not review, use, copy, or distribute this message. If you receive this email in error, please notify the sender immediately by reply email and then delete this email.