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Difference in the item display between Alma and Primo when the description field is filled in

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  • Product: Primo
  • Product Version: all
  • Relevant for Installation Type: Dedicated-Direct, Direct, Local, Total Care

  • Question

    Why is there a different display in Primo Get it if the item description field is filled in?

    Answer

    In Alma the item description field can be automatically or manually filled.

  • Even the bib record is a monograph, if the item description field is compiled, for example as Vol. 1

  • Primo considers it as a serial item.

  • For the serial item the availability is not shown

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  • Article last edited: 18-04-2016
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