Library Location and Library Look up results are zero for merged OCLC numbers when the frbrGrouping parameter is off
When an OCLC number has been merged under another record, the merged OCLC number is in the 019 field of that bibliographic record. Using the merged OCLC number in a query correctly pulls the record which includes the 019 field for all SRU queries and Single Bibliographic record queries. However, for Library Location requests, the merged OCLC number only works correctly if frbrGrouping is set to “on” or on by default. When the frbrGrouping parameter is set to “off” the merged OCLC number request for Library Locations incorrectly results in indicating there are no holdings.
The OCLC Developer Network supports the use of OCLC Web Services—a set of tools and APIs that expose data and services for WorldCat and our member libraries and partner institutions or companies. learn more »
© 2010 OCLC Domestic and international trademarks and/or service marks of OCLC Online Computer Library Center, Inc. and its affiliates
Follow the OCLC Developer Network: