just to let everyone know how i've dealt with my upcoming flights:

i have four segments on CM plus one on AM, some of which i applied PreferMiles regional upgrades. i've kept my ConnectMiles number in the reservation throughout.

* LAX-MEX (AM) - bid for an upgrade using Plusgrade
* MEX-PTY - easy application of RPU couple months out
* PTY-LIM - waited for complimentary upgrade, cleared at T-2 days (tho Platinum, window at T-3)
* LIM-PTY - easy application of RPU couple months out
* PTY-SFO - Z inventory finally opened up around T-10 days, applied RPU

i tried to apply a UA RPU that i have to PTY-LIM but i was informed by the agent (1K agent transferred me this MEX call center agent) that the ticket was in a state that didn't allow her to work on it and i'd have to call CM. i called them, they said everything is fine. i gave up because i had to work, then just got the CPU notification.

i'll change my FFP to UA MP now since i've cleared everything i need to clear -- for the record, viewing the reservation using the full website is never correct; only the mobile site seems to have the latest info.