Hi:   For the 'TOTAL' thing, I can't even begin to guess what's going on, since you did not share your code (or any code). Possibly the variable in your first column is numeric or possibly the first variable is character, but has a length of 1...when you use the COMPUTE block technique, you are limited to the number of characters that represent the length of the item in the first column.   So, if for some reason, you can't post your code and data, try to replicate your PROC REPORT using SASHELP.CLASS or SASHELP.SHOES. If the 'TOTAL' thing works with SASHELP.CLASS or SASHELP.SHOES, then you have to consider the differences between the SASHELP data and your data. IF the 'TOTAL' thing doesn't work with SASHELP datasets, then perhaps you have discovered something strange going on. But, again, seeing your code (your actual code and ALL your code, including ODS statements) will be most helpful.   Have you read the PROC REPORT documentation? Or looked for user group papers about PROC REPORT and/or COMPUTE blocks? If you are new to PROC REPORT and COMPUTE blocks, perhaps some research would help focus your question or reveal where your COMPUTE block might be failing. cynthia ... View more