This actually happens on multiple platforms. The RNG on the artisans is always on - meaning, that the level, name, and rarity of an applicant can change when you leave that dialogue. I would expect that when you open an applicant, that the game saves the pertinent data for that applicant until you decide whether to…
Mine is a touch different. I replaced head gear with a new item, and the old item is part of a loadout. I try to sell it, and it pops the message saying it's part of a loadout, blah, blah, do you wanna sell? Saying yes makes the dialogue jump to another thread - "How many silver platters do you wish to sell?" Something…