This action generates an OPAC message that indicates the item is lost. This action generates an OPAC message that indicates the item is missing. Reinstatement occurs when items that are declared withdrawn are subsequently returned in usable condition or are located within the library. Such materials are reinstated in the library s OPAC by the Cataloging staff. The Information Services staff returns the reinstated items to the shelf.
Replacement occurs when new copies of lost, missing, damaged, or withdrawn materials are purchased.
The replacement is treated as an additional copy by the Cataloging staff if it is identical to the original item. If it is not identical, a new MARC record is generated. If the item is lost, or missing, the information for the original copy of the item, and its copy holdings statement remain unchanged to allow for the item's reinstatement should it be found within 180 days. Lost, missing, damaged or weeded items whose electronic records will be deleted after an appropriate report has been generated.