“Check In Items” – Overview

 

 

The “Check In Items” function is used to process returned items.

 

Once an item barcode number is entered the item is checked in. The loan information and matching patron data are displayed on your computer screen. 

 

 

Check-in types

 

Routine check in – Patron information is displayed. You will be prompted for the next item barcode.

 

Overdue item – An “Overdue” message will display. If there is an applicable fine, it will be applied to the patron’s record.

 

NOTE: If a grace period is specified in your circulation policies, it is possible to have an overdue item with the message “No Fine.”

 

Item on hold – A message displays, indicating that the item is on hold. You will have the option to print a hold slip.

 

Reserve room item – The message “This item must be returned to the reserve room” displays.

 

Wrong branch – If an item from another branch is returned to your library, the following message displays “This item must be sent to branch XXX. Request for transfer accepted.” The item now has the status “Pending Transfer to XXX” (waiting to be transferred back to its original location).

 

Wrong bank – If an item is not from your bank (for example, the public library), the message “Invalid Barcode” will display.

 

Related documents

 

1.2   Bridges to Circulation Functions

2.5   Checking In an Item

6.1   Changing the Transaction Reference Date

9.3   Exercise – Checking In an Item

10.3 Flip Chart – Checking In an Item

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Available bridges within “Check In Items”