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Configuring the Default Life Cycle (Required)
These steps are required for all new installations and updates. For more information on using life cycle administration, see the Windchill Business Administrator’s Guide.
Before deploying PTC FlexPLM, perform these steps to disassociate the default workflow from the default life cycle. This action prevents the system from creating erroneous work items.
1. Log on to Windchill as an administrator.
2. In Windchill, click Site > Utilities > Life Cycle Template Administration.
3. Under Life Cycle Templates, open the Default life cycle.
4. Click each gate in the life cycle flow, and click Clear to remove any associated workflows for each state within the life cycle.