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CUNY Aleph Catalog Optimization Projects: Items Without Collection Codes

Purpose

Items found without Collection Codes and Aleph sub-libraries will not be migrated, as stated in writing by the vendor. These items should be corrected each month to ensure all a smooth migration.

Project Description

Any items found without location codes are assigned temporarily to collection UNKWN. These items are listed on the fourth of each month in a report named unassigned_items in Aleph Task Manager. They can also be found using a CCL search: WOW=XX and WCL=UNKWN

We recommended that someone from each library check these holdings / items monthly in order to:

  • Correct holdings / items records to receive a proper 852 $c
  • Once reviewed, remove the Item Process Status and Temporary locations flag
  • Review workflows and provide training for staff   

 

 

A recommended plan would be to complete this before June 26, 2020.

Recommended Target Date for Completion

On the 4th of every month, review unassigned_items to assign collection codes to items temporarily assigned to UNKWN collection. Review any discernible patterns for the creation of these items to improve workflows and better train staff.