Won't let me edit song/cd info

I just upgraded from a Powerbook to a Macbook Pro and had all of my previous data transferred to the new machine. But now when I try to go into itunes to edit the song information all the fields are greyed out and I can't do anything. Has anyone encountered this problem before? It's never been an issue for me and I'm not sure if a setting got switched on that I'm unaware of... any thoughts?
Macbook Pro 1.1 Mac OS X (10.4.6)

Try the following.
Download and run BatChmod which will simplify using a Terminal command. The most recent version of this free (donationware) utility is a universal binary, so it will run natively on an Intel Mac.
Drag the complete Music folder with libraries and iTunes Music folder inside and drop it on the BatChmod Icon.
The file directory address for the music folder should appear in BatChmod's File window.
Make sure the following are checked off: Owner = R W X, Group = R, Everyone = R.
Check off "Apply ownership and priviledges'" and "Unlock", click on "Apply" and then provide your password.
Close BatChmod.
Let us know if this helps.

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