What is the primary purpose of using "Lifecycle States" in Teamcenter?

The primary purpose of using "Lifecycle States" in Teamcenter is to guide the usage and permission levels associated with a Business Object. Lifecycle states represent various phases a business object goes through during its lifecycle, such as creation, review, approval, and obsolescence. By defining these states, Teamcenter can enforce specific rules and permissions based on the current state of the object. For example, certain users might only be allowed to edit a business object when it is in a specific state, while others may be able to view it in all states.

This approach enhances workflow management and ensures that only authorized personnel can perform actions appropriate for the current state of the object, thereby aiding in maintaining data integrity and process compliance within the organization. The other options address aspects that are not aligned with the functional objectives of lifecycle states in Teamcenter.