Set up missing item transition to withdrawn

To enable missing item transition processing:

1. In Polaris Administration, select the library organization (system, library, or branch), Parameters, Patron Services.To see the patron services parameters list, click the appropriate level- System, Library, Branch.
2. Select Missing item transition in the list of parameters.
3. The Missing item transition dialog box opens.
4. Select Move missing items to withdrawn.
5. Specify the time period after which Missing items will be updated to Withdrawn by selecting a number and Months or Years.
6. Select OK.

Missing item transition processing

When an item transitions from Missing to Withdrawn, the following updates are made to the item record:

• The circulation status changes from Missing or Withdrawn.
• The status reflects the date and time of the change.
• The item record history displays: Circulation status modified via Missing Item Transition processing Automatic status change.
• Other item data, including the last borrower, remain.