Unable to insert cross dissolve?

I am trying to insert the cross dissolve video transition in between two video clips and FCE is not allowing this. I get a small black "x" underneath the mouse cursor when trying to do this. Why is FCE not allowing a video transition insert in between these two clips? I made sure both clips were the same resolution.

This is almost certainly because you don't have adequate media handles, portions of your clip outside the section you're using in your Timeline.
Here's a good explanation:
http://fcpbook.com/effects1.html

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Shane's Stock Answer #1:
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