Parse error with {-# UNPACK #-} Int
This code (note the missing !) causes a parser error:
module UnpackedFields where
data Pair2 = Pair2 {-# UNPACK #-} Int
I think a proper error message is more helpful. Also, the docs should mention that {-# UNPACK #-} can only be used on strict fields.
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| Version | 7.6.1 |
| Type | Bug |
| TypeOfFailure | OtherFailure |
| Priority | normal |
| Resolution | Unresolved |
| Component | Compiler |
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