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Stage 1: Activation

All objects belonging to the class of executable objects can be executed. AE provides various ways which can be used depending on the individual situation and requirements. Refer to the chapter "First steps" to learn more about the available activation methods (see list below) on the basis of useful examples.

Type of activation	Description
Workflow	Executes objects in a defined order.
Schedule	Starts objects in predefined intervals.
Recurring tasks	Also run in intervals.
Group	Executes objects collectively.
Script element	ACTIVATE_UC_OBJECT or RESTART_UC_OBJECT activates objects.
Object settings	Start objects in reaction to defined conditions (such as the Post Conditions tab of a workflow task).
Manually	The UserInterface provides several ways of executing objects manually: Click on in the toolbar. Drag the object to the activity window. Right-click an object in the Explorer and select the command Execute. Use the menu File, command Execute

The task obtains a RunID which is shown in the activity or Message Window, in reports and statistical data.

Steps	Description
RunID	The task obtains a running number (RunID) and can thus be clearly identified in the AE system.