Activities can be controlled in two modes: automatic or manual. This choice depends on the value of the Auto-update Activity Data checkbox.
If Auto-update Activity Data is checked, automatic launching of BPs and completion checks with the possibility of launching the BP sooner.
If Auto-update Activity Data is unchecked (default value), the user has manual control, but basic scope completion rules are enforced. BP link is maintained. New BPs can be launched manually. The BP is not checked for completion.
The following table summarizes the behavior in each mode:
Behavior | Automatic | Manual |
|---|---|---|
Auto-update Activity Data checkbox | Checked | Unchecked (default) |
BP setup allowed | Yes | Yes |
Create BP record link | Yes | Retain existing link if any exists |
BPs launched by scheduler | Yes | No |
Manual BP launch | Yes | Yes, but completion and actuals are not tracked |
BP condition check | Yes | No |
Scope status updated | Updated by system | Manual update via drop-down list choice |
Scope status update rules enforced | Yes | Yes |
Actual dates | Automatic | Manual |