Table names as variable in dynamic queries

Hi,

I have a requirement where-in certain operations need to be performed on tables whose names are determined dynamically, and stored in a variable. These variables are then passed to some other query.

For example - I need to create a table whose name will be determined dynamically and the name passed will be passed to the query using a variable. Or a select operation on a table whose name is derived from a variable.

I seem to be struggling with this as I get all sorts of syntax errors. Am not sure if the errors messages are very precise either.

Is this feature supported. Am on SP6, Rev 61. Pl advise. Thanks.