>Hi, Fabio...
>
>As Bonnie stated, table variables only exist for the scope of the SP. They have the same general scope as any other variable – they are automatically cleared at the end of a procedure or function.
>
>Unless there's something I'm not aware of, a table variable can't be released before the end of the procedure.
>
>The following is an excellent link from Microsoft on table variables...
>
>http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;305977
>
>Kevin

Hi Kevin,
thanks for the links.

For me, this remains one lack.

Fabio