Error new iTunes library

Just downloaded latest update....now get error message saying: "New iTunes Library." when I try to open iTunes.

Yes, I got this error too (New iTunes Library) when I was rolling back to Version 10, I found that you have to 'repair' iTunes under the windows control panel (Programs) to get it to work properly, or at least that was my experience. Here is a copy of a post I made earlier on how to fix this issue.
<snip...> however If you have the same experience I had you are likely to get an "New Library Error" msgbox with just an OK button on it. You press ok and nothing happens. Not promising- but there is a fix.
Next step is to go to the control panel - programs (where you would if you wanted to manually uninstall a program) and find the entry for iTunes. Right mouse click on it and choose Repair.
Now Windows will go off an do it's thing - this took about 3 minutes for me.
Now you can open iTunes. You wil notice that all your music and lists are now gone, but don't panic. Close iTunes.
Go to the iTunes folder on your c drive and find > iTunes > Previous iTunes Libraries > ......
find the file "iTunes Library YYYY-MM-DD.itl" that has the latest date BEFORE you update to iTunes 11 if you are reinstalling v10, I would think you should use a later version if you have this issue with V11. Don't use a version 11 dated library for Version 10, or visa versa or it won't work, copy this file into your iTunes folder (so up one folder level) and rename it "iTunes Library.itl" (replacing the existing file - I usually rename it iTunes Library_OLD.itl)
Now restart iTunes and all your music and lists should be restored.
That is what worked for me. As always - approach with care. Your milage may vary.

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georgiamomma -
There are a few things you could try,but what worked for me was to download a fresh installation file from apple.
Your update got corrupted somehow. Doing the usual of going to control panel, clicking on Programs and Features, clicking on iTunes in the list and selecting REPAIR probably won't fix this issue, as sometimes repair reverts the installation to its previous version and then your iTunes Library.itl file can't open because it's from a newer version than the one REPAIR reinstalled. You can try that process, but I doubt it will work.
Do not change any files and/or their existing locations. Also, do not uninstall iTunes from your machine. Simply go to Apple's web site and download their latest version suitable for your particular computer. Once downloaded, double click the installer and follow the prompts. You should be able to launch itunes afterward, and your library will magically re-appear.
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Hi,
I was trying to update my itunes to 11 and after installing i m unable to open my itunes,its giving me an error "New iTunes Library" with just an "OK" option. PLease helpme to get this fix.

When you reinstalled, did you first uninstall, and remove all 5 iTunes related components and any remnant files in either Program Files directory?
Certainly hope this assists you:
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Please do respond with results/questions.

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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!
If not try a repair install of iTunes, or uninstalling and then reinstalling.
tt2

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Hi beachy85!
When you remove iTunes, your music on your computer (and your iPod, too) will be saved.
Let's try this:
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Find iTunes and QuickTime from this list, and remove them both.
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For information on the WICU, see this:
Description of the Windows Installer CleanUp Utility
Then, go to this page, and QuickTime (get the Standalone version, not the one that includes iTunes in the pack):
QuickTime download
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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!
If not try a repair install of iTunes, or uninstalling and then reinstalling.
tt2

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I never use playlists so I wouldnt know if your playlists are saved.
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