Trouble Going From FCP to Color

Every time I send my FCP file to Color I get a red X and cannot see or play the clip back. I am new to this program and am unsure of what I am doing wrong. I have looked in the manual and haven't found anything mentioned at all about a red X. If you could help me that would be great. However, if you are going to be a douche bag in your answer, please don't respond. I know that this is probably a simple question but I need help and this IS a help forum. Like I said, if you are honestly wanting to help, please reply. If you are a jerk, go somewhere else as your response is not wanted here.

pointing out that I'm a jerk before I even get a chance to be a jerk is a bit over the top, don't you think?
Yeah remember the John Lennon Song "all we are saying is give jerks a chance."
I guess this is exactly the kid of response Ecarlso was trying to avoid..oh well at least Zeb gave you your answer. Maybe you could reward him

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