I had the same problem until today.
run $ gnome-compiz-preferences (also in System -> Preferences -> GL Desktop)
go to the workspaces tab and set the workspaces to the number you need.
This worked for me.
I had the same problem until today.
run preferences
$ gnome-compiz-
(also in System -> Preferences -> GL Desktop)
go to the workspaces tab and set the workspaces to the number you need.
This worked for me.