Reconcile as Existing Item

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This section provides instructions for replacing item records and combining item records using the Reconcile without Map button. This method allows you to select items from a list but also locate items on the map if needed.

To update an existing item record:

  1. From the Reconciliation tab of the Data Entry Form Editor window, select the row associated with the item record you would like to reconcile.
  2. Click the ReconItemRecIcon.png button.
  3. The Data Entry Form Reconciliation window displays.
  4. Select the Reconcile as Existing Item option.
  5. Click the OK button.
  6. The Pick <Item> window displays. See the Pick Item Window for additional information.
  7. Click the row for the item record that you would like to reconcile.
  8. Click the Assign button.
  9. The Replace/Combine Item window displays.
    Replace/Combine Item Window
    Replace/Combine Item Window
  10. If desired, click the ShadesIcon.png button to view the item record on the map.
  11. Replace/Combine Item Window with the Map View Selected
    Replace/Combine Item Window with the Map View Selected
  12. Do one of the following:
    • Select the Replace Existing Item with Data Entry Form Item option to completely replace all information on the existing item record with the information on the item record being reconciled.
    • Select the Combine Existing Item with Data Entry Form Item option to replace only certain attributes of the existing item record with those of the item record being reconciled.
  13. Click the OK button.
  14. Click the Save button on the Data Entry Form Editor window.
  15. The Information window displays confirming the Data Entry Form was saved.
  16. Click the Close button on the Information window.