Understanding Screening Check Statuses
Summary
This article explains the various statuses you might encounter while conducting and reviewing a PEPs, Sanctions, and Adverse Media check in the system.
When to Use This
Refer to this guide when you are managing background checks and need to understand what a specific status indicates about the progress or outcome of a PEPs check.
Statuses
- Default State: The standard view before a search is initiated. You may have the option to change the accuracy of the search (e.g., to "Precise").
- Processing/Loading: Displayed while the system is actively processing your search request.
- Error: Indicates that something went wrong with the search. You will see a "Try again" option.
- Cancelled: Shows that a user has manually cancelled the search in progress.
- Profiles Found: Indicates the search has returned potential matches. You must click "Review" to proceed.
- Requested: Appears next to individual profiles that you have selected for a detailed review.
- In Progress: The overall status while you are actively reviewing requested profiles.
- Completed (No Profiles Found): The search finished and found no matches. No further action is required.
- Completed (No Matches Selected): Profiles were found, but you confirmed that none of them matched the individual.
Common Questions
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Why does the status say "Error"? This means the system could not complete the check. You should click "Try again" to re-run the search.
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Can I change the accuracy of a check? Yes, before ordering, you may have the option to adjust the search accuracy, such as setting it to "Precise".
Troubleshooting Tips
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Status is stuck on Loading: If the check appears stuck, wait a few moments. If it still doesn't resolve, check your internet connection or try refreshing the page.
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Unsure if a check is finished: A check is only fully resolved when it reaches a "Completed" status. If it says "Profiles Found" or "In Progress", further action is required from you.
