Compile error: arch/x86/kernel/entry_32.S:1422: Error: .size expression does not evaluate to a constant

[Curt Howland <Howland@priss.com>]

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2.6.38-rc6 compiled just fine, 2.6.38-rc7, -rc8 and the released 
2.6.38 all got this error, with gcc 4.4 and after Debian Unstable 
updated to gcc 4.5:

arch/x86/kernel/entry_32.S: Assembler messages: 
arch/x86/kernel/entry_32.S:1422: Error: .size expression does not 
evaluate to a constant make[3]: *** [arch/x86/kernel/entry_32.o] 
Error 1

I searched for this error and saw this had been posted to the LKML:

http://www.gossamer-threads.com/lists/linux/kernel/1347760

This was when the error happened in -rc7, but it was not fixed 
for -rc8 or the released stable.

I'm just a user, not a developer, but I figure if its happening to me 
with very generic tools it may be happening to other people who don't 
use git, who don't apply patches, and such.

I don't have the warewithall to subscribe to the LKML, so I would be 
obliged if you would copy me on any replies. I would be glad to 
supply any further information if needed.

Curt-

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