Show Import Options on Place Command Not working?

Hi adobe brain trust, 

For years I've been using the "show import options" check box on the 'Place' command to insert all pages of a PDF, or just a few select pages into empty frames. When I select either "All" or "Range" the dialog accepts that option - and in the past I've been able to place all the pages in rapid succession, in frames that have already been set up.

Recently I am only able to place the first page in that range and then the command aborts. 

The command DOES still work, if I click anyone outside a frame. 

I'm wondering if anyone else has this issue, or it's just me? Either way, does anyone have insight?  

Thanks!