Add configuration options for sorting

**Problem**
When working with services, the error messages could be more descriptive.

**Suggestion**
Improve error handling and add detailed error messages.

**Context**
This would help with debugging and maintenance.

No files, tests, or entry points are identified. First clarify whether the work concerns configurable sorting, service error handling, or both, then locate the relevant configuration and error-handling paths. Done should include an agreed option scope and detailed error-message behavior.

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