ITunes says my computer is not authorized but it is

Okay, so whenever I try to sync my iPad or iPhone, iTunes tells me my computer isn't authorized. But when I go to authorize it, it says it is already authorized. I've tried turning authorization on and off, deleting the SC or whatever folder like the help page says, nothing works. Has anyone else had this issue and if so can you please share how you fixed it? Thanks.

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