Error: iTunes Library.itl cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes" Please please help?

error: iTunes Library.itl cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes"  Seriously?? This is the closest I have come in 4 days to reinstalling itunes and now this?? please help. and the Apple solutions? Forget it - done them ALL over and over, to a T. I have thousands of songs. If they are lost You will hear my screams around the globe!

Try the following user tip:
Empty/corrupt iTunes library after upgrade/crash

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  • I have the following error The file "iTunes library.itl" cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes

    Can anyone help me with this problem.  I tried updating the latest itunes and it caused an error MSVCR80.dll missing.  I then tried fixing it after reading other people had the same problem and a solution was given about uninstaling itunes and the order in which to do that.  I did that but now get the error "the  files "itunes library.itl" cannot be read because it was created with a newer version of itunes.  I see a solution has been given about this but I cannot find what is suggested to enable me to follow instructions.  Can anyone please go through step by step (letting  me know where I can find what is needed) to enable me to be able tio log into itues again.  Thanks

    Hi pussygalore,
    If you are having issues with iTunes after an attempted update, you may find the following article helpful:
    iTunes 11.1.4 for Windows: Unable to install or open
    http://support.apple.com/kb/TS5376
    You may want to make sure that in the last step (reinstalling iTunes) that you are installing the latest/newest available version, and not attempting a reinstall from an older file.
    Regards,
    - Brenden

  • My iTunes won't open on my laptop. Error message says The file "iTunes Library.itl" cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes. Help Please!

    My iTunes won't open on my laptop. Error message says The file "iTunes Library.itl" cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes. Help Please!

    See Empty/corrupt iTunes library after upgrade/crash.
    tt2

  • I get the error message itunes library.itl cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of itunes

    Hi,
    I had my pc reformatted and win 7 64 bit installed. As I have come to put everything back on the pc I accidently installed the 32 bit version of iTunes. I realised this when certain functionality wasn't working.
    So I uninstalled itunes and all the associated software, bonjour etc etc and have d/l the 64 bit version.
    Now when I try to start up iTunes I get the "itunes library.itl cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of itunes" error message and the application will not load.
    Any help would be greatly appreciated.
    Cheers,
    Dave

    zepel has it, but perhaps some more detail will help.
    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!
    tt2

  • Installed iTunes 64 on Windows 7 (home) HP and received this error message.  The file iTunes Library.itl cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes.  Please help.

    I installed iTunes 64 on a Windows 7 (Home) HP Pavilion and received this error message.  the file iTunes Library.itl cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes.  Please help! 

    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 cannot get i-tunes anymore. I tried the i-download. Still no help. I get an error message that reads  The file "itunes Library itl" cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes. What can I do?   tunes down load

    I cannot get i-tunes. I tried the download, but no help. I get an error message The file "iTunes library itl" cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes. Any suggestions?

    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!
    ps: i see you resolved this issue. it's magic!

  • Updated iTunes and now get an error message that the file iTunes Library.itl cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes. ??

    updated iTunes and now get an error message that the file iTunes Library.itl cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes. ??

    hello!
    i have a similiar problem:
    i upgraded my mac from 10.6.8 to 10.7.something recently, but i did NOT update itunes, still running version 10.4.1. now i wanted to open itunes but it tells me, that my iTunes Library.itl was created by a newer version of iTunes - which i never used!
    its annoying since i dont want to be forced to download a 720MB pckage of itunes every month - even more so, if the system start "lying" to me.
    or is it another problem? anyone got the same? any solution? maybe an erratic prompt?
    thanks, florian

  • Uninstalled Itunes because of issue, reinstalled with newest version, now it won't read my library.  Error message "The itunes library.itl cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of itunes"

    Error message when opening itunes...The itunes library.itl cannot be read because it was created in a newer version of itunes... how do i fix, it will not open with any of my ipod, ipad, iphone. 

    I don't know why this error occurs, unless you have attempted to downgrade iTunes.
    This method should get you up and running again.
    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!
    tt2

  • After having upgraded my MacBook to Snow Leopard, the following error message pops when I try to access iTunes: "The file iTunes Library.itl cannot be read because it was created by a new version of iTunes".  I cannot now access iTunes.  How can I resolve

    After having upgraded my MacBook to Snow Leopard, the following error message pops when I try to access iTunes: "The file iTunes Library.itl cannot be read because it was created by a new version of iTunes".  So, now after the upgrade, I cannot access iTunes.  How do I resolve this??
    Thanks

    zepel has it, but perhaps some more detail will help.
    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!
    tt2

  • When I try to access iTunes I get 'The file "iTunes Library.itl" cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes.' But when I try to download iTunes I get error (-42408)...help please.

    When I try to access iTunes I get 'The file "iTunes Library.itl" cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes. Would you like to download iTunes now?'' But when I try to down load I get "unknown error occurred (-42408)". Don't know what to do next and I can't get into my iTunes library. (I have an iMac, OS10.6.8.)

    Did you uninstall iTunes 11 and replace it with iTunes 10.7? If so, you'll need to go through a few steps to put things right:
    Rename "iTunes Library.itl" to some other name;
    Copy newst ITL file from the "Previous iTunes Libraries" folder into your main iTunes folder and rename it to "iTunes Library.itl";
    Download iTunes 10.7: http://appldnld.apple.com/iTunes10/041-7195.20120912.d3uzQ/iTunes10.7.dmg
    Download/install shareware app called Pacifist;
    Open Pacifist and, separately, mount iTunes DMG file -- drag iTunes PKG file into Pacifist and install iTunes via the Pacifist application -- be sure to answer yes to replacing everything Pacifist asks about;
    Enjoy iTunes 10.7.
    Cheers,
    trane

  • Trying to Transfer iTunes to a New computer, but I get the error message The file "iTunes Library.itl" cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes --- HELP!

    Trying to Transfer iTunes to a New computer, but I get the error message The file "iTunes Library.itl" cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes --- HELP

    Did you downgrade iTunes? What version is listed in Help> About iTunes?
    If you don't have iTunes 10.5.2, download it from here -> http://www.apple.com/itunes/download/
    If you have iTunes 10.5.2, try re-creating your iTunes library.

  • Cannot open iTunes-receiving error message "The  file "iTunes Library.itl" cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes" How do I correct this and access my iTunes?

    I am not able to open my iTunes on my HP pavilion dv7-3173nr entertainment notebook: I receive error message: The file "iTunes Library.itl" cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes".    How can I correct this so that I can open my iTunes on my notebook?? dorothy278

    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

  • Error message: "The file "iTunes Library.itl" cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes."

    I uninstalled iTunes, and reinstalled, (most current version of iTunes, of course) per advice given on this forum.  I got this error message when I tried to open iTunes: "The file iTunes Library.itl cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes."  Resolution of this issue would be great.  It seems as if I am having at least as many problems now with iTunes as I have had with Windows products in the past.  That really *****! 

    I know this is an old thread, but the information in it solved my current problem (Windows Vista, upgraded to iTunes 11.2 and resulted in this same .itl error message).
    So, I'm here to thank turingtest2 for his excellent instructions to fix my problem. One of tt2's many detailed instructional tips). THANK YOU TURINGTEST2!
    PS I'm generally reluctant to "mess with files and such, preferring to use Windows Restore, because it just doesn't seem right to me that end users of Apple devices should have to get into the guts of files and such. Sadly, I have finally just accepted that iOS updates never work right and I either have to deal with work-around fixes or never update. Eventually we do need to update or there will be other problems. All I can say is, I'm sure glad there are folks like turingtest2 here who spend so much time helping us.

  • Just downloaded 10.6 and cannot open itunes get error:ITunes Library.itl cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes

    Just downloaded Itunes 10.6 on windows7 64bit and now cannot open Itunes get error msg:ITunes Library.itl cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes.Tried uninstall and reinstall any help ? Thanks

    Even I am facing a similar problem. Initially the iTunes worked on my windows 64bit edition. Ever since I downloaded the latest version it has stopped identifying my 4S with an error msg that asks me to download the 64bit edition. I have tried it again and again but it did not help. After unistalling and downloading again the new error msg says " the file- iTuneslibrary.itl cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes". Please help!!!!!!!

  • Hate iTunes 11. Reverted to old version. Now I get error msg when I open that says The file "iTunes Library.itl" cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes but won't open or play songs.  HELP!!!!

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    I hate iTunes 11 too... and I also want to revert to previous version. But Apple seems to be so incredibly customer-friendly these days that is quite deliberately not publishing clear/simple revert instructions. I think it's a disgrace that Apple removed Cover Flow without warning people who are tempted to upgrade. Absolute disgrace. And now we're stuck with this piece of ..

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