I updated to the newest version of itunes, now I cannot open the program. I get the message "The file iTunes library.itl cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes". What now?
I updated to the newest version of iTunes and now I can not open the program. I get the message "The file iTunes library.itl cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes". What now? I'm using Windows Vista.
Had same problem and solved it without having to reinstore any music or movies:
1. Delete old Library file
2. Go to the 'Previous iTunes Libraries' folder and copy one of the earlier files - note, they have a date extension, e.g. 'iTunes Library 2011-11-01'.
3. Paste this file in your iTuners folder and rename file by removing the date extension - 'iTunes Library'
You should have all your music and paylists in tact, unless it was a really old previous file.
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I can't open itune because the file"ituned library.itl"can't read because it was created by a newer version of itune?how can i fix it
Update your iTunes version.
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The file "itunes library.itl" canot be read because it was created by a new version
The file "itunes library.itl" canot be read because it was created by a new version
Unless you've recently attempted to downgrade iTunes this is probably a sign of a corrupt library file. See Empty/corrupt library after upgrade/crash.
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iTunes installation problem. Please help. ituneslibary.itel cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes. Just downloaded iTunes what new version are they talking about? Thanks
See Empty/corrupt iTunes library after upgrade/crash and Troubleshooting issues with iTunes for Windows updates.
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My Computer will not let me open itunes at all. It tells me that the itunes libary can not be read because it was created by a newer version.
If you still have an issue you may have to see about using the iTunes version (application) included with Snow Leopard 10.6 from the installer or an another one if available online, and see if that will install.
Sometimes you may have uninstall the bits left in your system by the earlier (or later) iTunes installers; as they all leave a trace and these can stop a different version of iTunes from being installed.
Not sure if the following site/link will tell the method...
•Apple - Support - iTunes - install & update:
http://www.apple.com/support/itunes/install/
•Troubleshooting iTunes installation on Mac OS X:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2311
Good luck & happy computing!
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Why am i seeing "i tunes library can't be read because it was created by a newer version
I have been trying everything to get my itunes to work again. I keep getting the message "itunes library.itl can't be read because it was created by a newer version of itunes. I have tried uninstalling and reinstalling. I can't get anything to work.
This would suggest that you have installed an older version of iTunes. Either install the most recent version or restore an older version of your library file from the Previous iTunes Libraries folder. Copy the dated file into the main iTunes folder. Rename the current iTunes Library.itl file as iTunes Library (broken).itl, then renamed the restored file as iTunes Library.itl
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Library can't be read because it was created by a newer version...after upd
Help please!!! I recently got the usual update available message so I updated the itune version on my computer. SInce then each time I plug my iPod in and try to do anything I get a message that says the file "iTunes Library.it!" can't be read because it was created by a newer version of iTune.... surely if yo update you simply carry over the library???? It seems that I will need to create a library all over again. Has anyone got any ideas. I tried deleting the whole program and reinstalling the original software that came with the iPod. But to no avail. Any help would be great.
cheersSInce then each time I plug my iPod in and try to do anything I get a message that says the file "iTunes Library.it!" can't be read because it was created by a newer version of iTune.... surely if yo update you simply carry over the library????
i've seen that happen before. (actually, more commonly on itunes 6.0.x versions than 7.0.x versions.)
it can sometimes happen if the upgrade doesn't go through properly. (you can end up with the later version of the library file, but the earlier version of the program files are still in place.)
so let's try the itunes 7 update again. download and save a copy of the itunes 7.0.1.8 installer to your hard drive. (we'll run the install from there rather than on line. switch off antivirus and antivirus applications prior to the install.
iTunes 7.0.1.8 Installer
does your itunes 7.0.x install appear to go through properly? if so, does it launch properly this time? -
After I installed the 64-bit version of Itunes I received the message: "The file Itunes.lib.itl cannt be read because it was created by a newer version of Itunes."
See Empty/corrupt library after upgrade/crash.
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I just installed iTunes on my new laptop. When I click on the desktop icon I receive a pop up that says "The file iTunes Library.itl cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes". I have no idea what this means or what to do about it. I can't even find a file on my computer like the one referred to in the pop up. I am currently considering keeping my old laptop if it is the only way for me to continue to access iTunes. What should I do to fix this?
What version of iTunes are you using? An .itl file is something that Windows uses, or very old versions of iTunes on Mac. The library file on Macs is now .xml and has been since late iTunes 4.
Is iTunes running ok without any problems after you OK that message? If it is, then you may be able to ignore it if you can't account for why you're getting it. But make sure you take backups in case something happens in the future. -
I receive the message: The file "iTunes library.itl"cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of itunes. I do not know exactly what this means. I have Windows 7 on my computer and was able access itunes until just recently. I have tried uninstalling and reinstalling itunes multiple times and that does not work. Sometimes I can get in when immediately after installing, but then if I close it, i cannot get back in. Now, i can't get in at all.
That message is usually a sign that you tried to roll back to an earlier build of iTunes, but occasionally I've seen it connected to a new upgrade. This technique should fix things.
Empty/corrupt library after upgrade/crash
Hopefully it's not been too long since you last upgraded iTunes, in fact if you get an empty/incomplete library immediately after upgrading then with the following steps you shouldn't lose a thing or need to do any further housekeeping. In the Previous iTunes Libraries folder should be a number of dated iTunes Library files. Take the most recent of these and copy it into the iTunes folder. Rename iTunes Library.itl as iTunes Library (Corrupt).itl and then rename the restored file as iTunes Library.itl. Start iTunes. Should all be good, bar any recent additions to or deletions from your library.
See iTunes Folder Watch for a tool to catch up with any changes since the backup file was created.
When you get it all working make a backup!
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"The file 'iTunes Library.itl' cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes." Updates were only offered by Apple when I'd open iTunes. Now I can't open iTunes. How can I access the newest iTunes as an update, not a new program?
this just started w/ me yesterday. I was running 10.5.3, and nothing changed - the message just appeard out of nowhere. I update to the latest iTunes 10.6 but the message is the same.
Sounds like probably some sort of Library file corruption.
The two options available in the message box are "Download" and "Quit". Download is useless because I'm already running the latest. Quit is pretty useless.
I was going to just create a new Library and re-import all my music. Of course, all my iPhone sync settings are going go have to be recreated. -
Downloaded the newest version of itunes and now I can't access any of my library. It says The file iTunes Library.itl cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes. Anybody know what to do?????
I got that Exact message... I think I updated my version of iTunes and it worked correctly.
Hope this helps... -
I get a message "The file "iTunes Library.itl" cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes." Please advise what I need to do to get around this issue - at the moment iTunes wont open up!
Hi did you ever get a solution to this problem? Having the same issue myself!
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I replaced my hard drive and reloaded itunes. Now it won't open and I get a message that the file itunes library.itl cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of itunes. What do I do?
Try the following user tip:
Troubleshooting issues with iTunes for Windows updates
EDIT: My apologies ... it'd be better to start straight in with the following user tip:
Empty/corrupt iTunes library after upgrade/crash -
After years of using iTunes on my G4 suddenly it won't open. Error message says "The file "iTunes Library" cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes". What do I do? I have been attempting to move my Library to a newer MacBook Pro.
The file "iTunes Library.itl" cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes".
Try the following user tip:
Empty/corrupt iTunes library after upgrade/crash -
I had to reinstall iTunes cause during update it was shut off by mistake, now it won't come up and says,"The file "iTunes Library .itl" cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes", what do I do?
Empty/corrupt library after upgrade/crash
Hopefully it's not been too long since you last upgraded iTunes, in fact if you get an empty/incomplete library immediately after upgrading then with the following steps you shouldn't lose a thing or need to do any further housekeeping. In the Previous iTunes Libraries folder should be a number of dated iTunes Library files. Take the most recent of these and copy it into the iTunes folder. Rename iTunes Library.itl as iTunes Library (Corrupt).itl and then rename the restored file as iTunes Library.itl. Start iTunes. Should all be good, bar any recent additions to or deletions from your library.
See iTunes Folder Watch for a tool to catch up with any changes since the backup file was created.
When you get it all working make a backup!
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