randall hyde

What OS are you using?
What version of MASM? (ml /?).
It seems to compile fine on my machine.
I'm just about ready to release HLA v1.63 (which I'm using everyday).
While I doubt there are substantial differences that would affect the
problem you're having, my use of the new HLA might be one important
difference. HLA v1.63 should be available later this week, btw.
Cheers,
Randy Hyde