MARC Record Feedback Resources

MARC records submitted by libraries for the Locator are evaluated for compliance to the Locator MARC Record Standards. Only records meeting the standards are loaded into the Locator.

Iowa librarians often like to know how many records from a batch were accepted for inclusion in the Locator. They also like to know which records weren't accepted and the reason they were rejected. The Locator now has a MARC record feedback system that identifies records and gives the reason why they weren't accepted.

This system offers the option of receiving an e-mail report on the records submitted for inclusion in the Locator. The report includes:

• the number of records loaded
• the number of records rejected
• detailed feedback for each rejected record

Resources

Locator MARC Record Standards

To be accepted into the Iowa Locator database, a MARC record must contain certain fields and elements. Check this guide for the standards and explanations.

Exporting from a local automation system

This guide contains general information about exporting MARC records and links to export instructions from a few library automation systems.

Upload MARC Records

This guide provides step-by-step instructions as well as a short video on how to upload records to SILO

MARC Record Feedback Error Messages

Here you will find instructions on how to receive the MARC Record feedback, and how to interpret the report

MARC Record Feedback Information Session

Here you will find a link to MS Powerpoint  slides presented at the information sessions, August 18 & 19, & Sept 1, 2010

MARC Record Feedback Information Session Recording

Here you will find a link to Adobe Connect Pro to the audio/video recording of the information session from Sept. 1, 2010

Get Help

Contact the SILO Help Desk or Marie Harms at the State Library with questions or for assistance