Can't Import iPhoto Library

I have had Aperture for a while and decided I would intall it and try to import my iPhoto Library. I just had to move the library/photos (referenced) to another hard drive because of size. I had all kinds of alias errors after the move that I was able to fix using "iPhotoLibraryManager" app. Now when I try to import the iPhoto library to Aperture I get the following error (I have even tried to move the old library with the alias problems)
Invalid iPhoto Library
Importing libraries from versions earlier than iPhoto 7.1.5 is not supported. Please upgrade your iPhoto library with iPhoto 7.1.5 or later.
Any idea on how I can fix this? Iam using version 9.2.1 of iPhoto.

Probably iPhoto Library Manager left your iPhoto Library in a state that is not recognized by Aperture.
I'd recommend to rebuild your iPhoto Library:
Quit iPhoto, if it’s open.
Hold down the Command and Option keys as you click the iPhoto icon.The “Rebuild Photo Library” dialog appears.
Select: "Repair the iPhoto Library Database"
Click the "Rebuild" button.
Then try again, if your iPhoto-Library now has the correct version and Aperture can import it.
Regards
Léonie

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