The batch record tool can A) overlay/replace existing records B) revert batches, including modifications due to overlays The situation becomes messy when we begin dealing with batches having overlaid records that are now deleted. If one of these batches is reverted, the record is un-deleted and the old pre-overlay record is reinstated ( unless you have CatalogingLog on, then nothing happens do to a bug ). The question becomes, is this the correct thing to do? If a record is deleted, shouldn't it stay deleted? Please let me know what you think! Kyle http://www.kylehall.info ByWater Solutions ( http://bywatersolutions.com ) Meadville Public Library ( http://www.meadvillelibrary.org ) Crawford County Federated Library System ( http://www.ccfls.org ) Mill Run Technology Solutions ( http://millruntech.com )