Problem with Admin Section

Need some help.  I'm triyng to configure the forums in the admin area of the web.  I can sign in to the admin page with the admin name and password.  This takes me to the Admin menu.  Once I click on any link it pushes me back out to the default web.  I looked at the sequel table "Authors" and I'm utilizing the correct name And password and the authorID is equal to 1.   It's strange since I can get to the admin menu after signing in.    Any suggestions?

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