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title: Batches
description: "Each project can contain multiple batches. A batch has a name, description, active state, and \"Current for Processing\" state. Background jobs select an active batch marked as \"Current for Processing\". Ensure that the intended batch is both active and current…"
url: "https://activerecord.com/docs/administration/11-batches/"
updated: "2026-09-09"
category: "Administration - Oculens DDC Server (ODDC Server) 5.1"
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# Batches

Each project can contain multiple batches. A batch has a name, description, active state, and "Current for Processing" state.

Background jobs select an active batch marked as "Current for Processing". Ensure that the intended batch is both active and current before placing files into a hot folder or uploading through the API. The UI lets Advanced and Administrator users create, edit, clone, and select batches; only Administrators can delete them.

Deleting a batch also removes its associated database records and managed files through the batch service. Treat deletion as destructive and confirm that required exports and audit data have been retained elsewhere.