This check box is used to activate or deactivate the current record without losing its content.
A deactivated record cannot be used (by calling its code) in other records (documents, setups, etc.) or during mass processings.
The authorizations for a given function can prohibit the creation of an active record. In this case, the box is cleared by default and it can only be modified by an authorized user or via a signature circuit defined by Workflow.