Character position definition and scope:

The Encoding level character position contains a one-character alphabetic code that indicates whether the classification record is complete or incomplete.

The Leader/17 element may be system generated depending upon the capabilities of the individual system.

Code:

Encoding level description:

n

Complete classification record

o

Incomplete classification record

For information on other Leader character positions, select:

Leader

See also:

MARC 21 Format for Classification Data:  Contents