Warehouse reference · Integration & data
Retries and replay
Retry repeats a failed or uncertain attempt; replay reprocesses a recorded event. Both can support recovery, but neither is safe simply because the original process reported an error. Partial completion must be considered.
How it works in practice
Establish the known business state, identify the failure boundary, and use the approved recovery method. Preserve event identity, authorization, audit history, and a way to verify the outcome afterward.
A warehouse example
An interface created a receipt but failed while returning its response. Replaying the creation step without checking state risks a duplicate receipt.
Illustrative scenario, not a claim about a client engagement.
What to watch for
Bulk replay can multiply a mapping or data problem. Correct the cause, test a bounded example, and control the scope before processing a backlog.
A useful question
What evidence shows that replay will not repeat a completed physical or financial event?
Terminology and configuration differ by product. These notes explain general concepts and are not operating instructions for equipment, a compliance determination, or a replacement for your site’s approved procedures.
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