Description
Due to a problem in the Quartus® II software 12.0 SP2 and earlier, you may observe different fitting and timing results when you recompile your design. This problem may occur even if using the same design environment with the same source and database files.
Resolution
To fix this problem in the Quartus II software version 12.0 SP2, download and install patch 2.dp9 or later from the related solution below.
This problem is fixed beginning with the Quartus II software version 12.1.