Scanning the number is the same as typing the number. If you don't do
anything else, then nothing else will happen.
Assuming that you're using the Link Child/Master Fields to perform the link,
just entering the number is only half the action. So, after the value gets
in, you need a trigger that says, "I'm done.... requery"
There are options available, like OnExit, OnChange, AfterUpdate, etc.
You'll have to find the one that works best for what you're working around.

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> Hi all, I'm trying to modify the Inventory Database that I downloaded from
> the Access download site. Here's what I have so far and still what I'm
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> BTW I'm using Access 2003 but converting it to Access 2000 for the persons
> that will be taking inventory.