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    Why isn't an imported record matching an existing record?

    • Article Type: Q&A
    • Product: Alma

    Question

    Why isn't an imported record matching an existing record, even though the matching field is identical?

    Answer

    A serial record cannot be matched with a non-serial record. Make sure the LDR for both records shows the same type of record.

    The way to distinguish between serial and non-serial record is according to the 6 and 7 positions in the LDR. The record is recognize as serial when there positions show:
    ab
    ai
    as
    For any other value - the record is considered non-serial.


    • Article last edited: 10/30/2014