Set up self check-in (1)

This article explains how to set up self check-in in the self checkout module. Alternatively, you can set up the independent self check-in module.

1. First, set up the self checkout.
2. Go to Administration > Global system preferences
3. Search for SCOAllowCheckin
4. Change the value to “Allow”
5. Click on “Save all Circulation preferences”

Using the self check-in

1. On the self checkout computer, the patron must log in either with their userid and password, or with their card number (depending on the SelfCheckoutByLogin system preference).
2. If the patron has the item they want to return, they can scan the barcode in the box.
3. A message appears, they must click on “Check in item”

See also

• Set up self checkout
• Set up online registration
• Automatically change the status upon check in
• Automatically change the location upon check in

Koha community resources

• Koha manual: Self checkout (english)
• Manuel Koha : Prêt en libre-service (french)
• Koha manual: Self checkout system preferences (english)
• Manuel Koha : Préférences système prêt en libre service (french)
• Setting up the Self Checkout Feature in Koha (english)