File iTunes Library.itl can't be read as created by newer version of Itunes

Recently did an update/download from iTunes - I assume version 10 - and since then can't open iTunes on computer and I get message the File "iTunes Library.itl" can't be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes. Please advise how I can rectify

In the event of no responses with an easier solution I've uninstalled and reinstalled itunes and associated programs and we are back working - hurrah!

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Itunes.itl; can't be read as created with newer version of iTunes? This is what I am tyold when trying to get into my itunes....help!

Suddenly I cannot open iTunes, the above message is what I receive. I have done a bit of trolling the web in an attempt to fix it, but still no joy, anybody out there......help,,!

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.
tt2

When double click itunes icon it shows " The file itunes library.itl can not be read because it was created by a newer version of itunes" so what can i do?

when double click itunes icon it shows " The file itunes library.itl can not be read because it was created by a newer version of itunes" so what can i do?

Unless you have attempted to downgrade to an older version of iTunes this is likely to be a sign of a corrupt library. See Empty/corrupt library after upgrade/crash.
tt2

Itunes will not launch, it shows message of "itunes library .itl" can not be read because it was created by a newer version of itunes. I tried opene it in save mode but I had the same problem.

Itunes will not launch, it shows message of "itunes library .itl" can not be read because it was created by a newer version of itunes. I tried opene it in save mode but I had the same problem.

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!

Why can't I click on "Create AAC New Version"??

I'm trying to create a ringtone on the latest iTunes... but when I go to File > Create A New Version it gives me options that are "un-clickable"
It says
Create iPod or iPhone Version
Create iPad or Apple TV Version
Create ACC Version
But I can't click any of them for some reason?
And its not a song from iTunes itself, so its not ACC protected or anything. Its only 21 seconds.
Any solutions to this problem ?

with your Itunes open and playing, select view from the task bar, click visuilzar> there are abunch of different choices

TS1368 The file iTunes library.itl can not be read because it was created by a newer version of itunes.

Why can't I get into my itunes library anymore? I've purchased hundreds of songs in the past 3 years. When it asks me "would you like to download the newer version? I click yes and successfully download the latest yet I still cant access my library.

Unless you have attempted to downgrade to an older version of iTunes this is likely to be a sign of a corrupt library. See Empty/corrupt library after upgrade/crash.
tt2

ITunes won't open. iTunes Library.itl can't be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes.

The error message I get when I try to open iTunes says, The file iTunes Library.itl cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes." It gives me the option to Quit or Download iTunes. When I select Download iTunes it checks for software updates and says iTunes is up todate. I then downloaded the latest version of iTunes and this didn't help. It still wouldn't open because of the same error.

Normally you get this message if you downgrade to an earlier version of iTunes, but it can sometimes happen if an upgrade doesn't go through properly.
You should be able to wok round this by rebuilding your library from the xml file as in this Apple article:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1451

The file "iTunes Library.itl" can not be read because it was created by a new version of iTunes.

so my computer got unplugged and its battery died right as it was finishing an iTunes update. when i restarted it, i got the above message. i re-installed iTunes from the website and that didn't help. i went directly to the mp3 files and tried to open those. no go there either. :frustrating!!!
when the "dialog box" shows up with that message, there is an "OK" button, but there when you click on it, it just closes. there is no prompt or hint at what one can do to remedy this situation. any help?
btw, i have a Dell laptop running WindowsXP with all my iTunes music on a detached hard drive.

I already thanked you but under the other "post". I am ecstatically happy to have my old system back, and will never upgrade anything again .. fear I'm doomed to happy dinausaur-hood.
Judy
this post might be of some help, Judy:
b noir: Re: How can i access
my itunes library now ive gone back to 6.5 from 7?

TS1368 I am getting this error the file i Tunes Library.itl" can not be read because it was created by newer version of i Tunes (what do I do)

I can't open my itunes on my computer

Unless you have attempted to downgrade to an older version of iTunes this is likely to be a sign of a corrupt library. See Empty/corrupt library after upgrade/crash.
tt2

"Can't open...created with newer version of iTunes...Missing most of Songs!

I got this message. Followed instructions I found on Apple Support: Home-->Music-->iTunes. Dragged iTunes folder onto desktop. iTunes 8.2.1 opened but it was as if I'd never used iTunes before. It restored some of my music but very little compared to what I had. I'm running Snow Leopard 10.6.3 and recently had my HD crash after trying to install OS10.7. Got a new HD, transferred files, etc. from ext. HD. Have had several problems since with HD corruption....Missing iPhoto pictures, too. Help!

Hello,
iTunes 8.2.1 is pretty outdated. Please go to http://www.apple.com/itunes/download/ and install the current iTunes 10.2.2
Alexander.

Installed itunes on my windows xp. getting message itunes library itl cannot be read because created by newer verson of itunes. should i remove in control panel

install itunes on my pc windows xp. got message: itunes library itl cannot be read because created by newer version of itunes. should i go to add/remove programs & uninstall then reinstall?

Never mind sorted it out lol. Somebody did a system restore of a week or so. I had done the update during that time and it was lost. Just redownloaded itunes from the internet and its working fine now.

My itunes cannot be update on my windows xp. so i delete my itunes and install new, but now i got new problems, it says "The file itune.library.itl cannot be read because it was created by newer version of itunes." so how can it be solved?

my itunes cannot be update on my windows xp. so i delete my itunes and install new, but now i got new problems, it says "The file itune.library.itl cannot be read because it was created by newer version of itunes." so how can it be solved?

Hello Bebyida,
Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.
For more information on this, take a look at:
http://www.apple.com/itunes/download/
Best of luck,
Mario

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

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.

ITunes corrupted, must be reinstalled. Now 'the file iTunes Library itl. cannot be read, created by newer version of iTunes.'

My iTunes programme on Windows PC has suddenly become corrupted and must be reinstalled. After two attempts, I installed the requisite 64 bit version, but it won't open as "The file 'iTunes Library itl.' cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes." Where do I go from here (bearing in mind very little technical knowhow!)?

There are two things you can try here:
If you updated fairly recently, you can recover a backup copy of the library file made when you updated.
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1967?viewlocale=en_US
This gives you the library as it was when you updated.
Or you can recreate your library from the xml file, this will be more up to date, but not all the metadata is recovered.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1451
At the end of the article it tells you how to add files you your library if you don't have an xml file.
Anywhere it tells you to drag a file to the trash in either article, I would drag it to the desktop or another folder of your choice in case you need it later.
The second article also include links to general troubleshooting if iTunes will not start after recovering/recreating your library.

I have just just installed a new version of itunes. When i tried to run the new version it came up with the message "The file ituneslibrary.itl cannot be read because it was created by newer version of itunes. Can anybody advise?

I have just just installed a new version of itunes. When i tried to run the new version it came up with the message "The file ituneslibrary.itl cannot be read because it was created by newer version of itunes.
I installed the new version because itunes had not recognised my ipod nano 5G, and told me to reinstall. Itunes selected which version to install, so I don't understand what is going on. To add insult to injury it installed a pile of malware which I am still trying to get rid off.
Any advice would be helpful

Hello Davedamoclese,
Go through the below link to Remove iTunes and all its components from your computer first and then Re-install fresh copy of iTunes on your computer.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1923
Note : DO not delete iTunes Library as it contains all your iTunes data, please go through the below link for where it is saved on your computer :
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1391
You can download the latest version of iTunes from the below link :
http://www.apple.com/itunes/download/

File iTunes Library.itl can't be read as created by newer version of Itunes

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