It is possible to execute workflows in the Interaction Designer in one of two modes: Test (the default) or Production. You can switch between modes using the dropdown available in the toolbar.
If a workflow is run in test mode, the results of execution are written to the ‘sandbox’ offer history and offer history meta tables. Fulfillment activities do not take place: e.g. data extract outputs are not generated, export files not created and emails not sent. During test execution, a workflow’s status is Test Mode. Following test execution, its status is Test Completed (if successful) or Test Failed (if not). Note that you can edit or reactivate a workflow after test execution.
If a workflow is run in production mode, the results of execution are written to the standard offer history and offer history meta tables. Fulfillment activities are carried out: e.g. data extract outputs are generated, export files created and emails sent. You cannot reactivate a workflow after execution in production mode.