I tried repairing iTunes through the control panel but there is a new message that "the file 'itunes library.itl' could not be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes"

I tried repairing iTunes through the control panel but there is a new message that "the file 'itunes library.itl' could not be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes"

Unless you deliberately downgraded iTunes this may be a sign of a corrupt library. See Empty/corrupt library after upgrade/crash.
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  • "the file itunes library.itl could not be read because it was created by a newer version of itunes" but yet i have the latest version of itunes

    i recently bought a new ipod touch 4g and everything went terribly. first i couldn't sync my songs then i couldn't restore and update it and now itunes won't even open after i completely uninstalled it deleted it and redownloaded it off of apple.com like an hour ago.

    Unless you deliberately downgraded iTunes this may 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!

  • 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

  • I have a new Mac and I migrated mi old one to this. I can not open iTunes because a message stating "iTunes Library.itl" can not be opened because it was created in more recent version of iTunes. There is not a new version to download.

    I have a new Mac and I migrated mi old one to this. I can not open iTunes because a message stating "iTunes Library.itl" can not be opened because it was created in more recent version of iTunes. There is not a new version to download. How can I fix this?                             

    Go to iTunes > about iTunes.  What version are you running?  If necessary, hold down the option key while starting iTunes and create a new, test library so it will start.

  • 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 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 wont open i get "itunes libary.itl" can not be read because it was created by a newer version of itunes. help

    itunes wont open i get "itunes libary.itl" can not be read because it was created by a newer version of itunes. tried deleting itunes an re installing. help

    The same thing happened to me no one has replied to my comment either!! I need help!!

  • 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

  • Error message - "The iTunes Library.itl could not be read because it was

    created by a newer version of iTunes."
    I was having problems with iTunes so I uninstalled it and then reinstalled it by running an iTunesSetUp.exe, which reinstalled the iTunes version 6.0.4. I now however am getting the error message mentioned above.
    I tried copying my library (with songs) to my desktop and also moved the library.itl file, then tried to reopen itunes, but still get the same message.
    Can anyone help me please?????. Many thanks.

    Are you sure you want to use such an out of date version of iTunes?
    You can install the latest version from the Apple site:
    http://www.apple.com/itunes/download/
    If you must use the old version you will have to recreate your library.
    Close iTunes
    Drag both iTunes Library.itl and iTunes Music library.xml to the desktop.
    Open iTunes - this should create an empty library.
    You could try recreating your library by using File>>Import to import iTunes Music Library.xml although I am not certain that this will work with such an old version, you didn't say which version you were using before.
    Otherwise, if that doesn't work, you can add your iTunes Music folder with File>>Add folder to Library.

  • 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

  • How can I locate my iTunes library files. When I click on my itunes icon the message appears, "The file iTunes Library.itl." cannot be found because it was created by a newer version of iTunes."

    How can I locate my iTunes library files?  When I click on my iTunes icon rather than my iTunes files I receive, " The file iTunes Library.itl." cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes."  I have already tried to update my iTunes program.

    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.

  • I get a message that "the file itunes library.it can't be read because it was created by a newer version of itunes.

    My itunes library won't come on when I connect to my computer.  It comes up with the following message:
    The file "itunes library.it" can not be read because it was created by a newer version of itunes.
    Help

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

  • My computer will not let me open itunes at all. It tells me that the itunes library can not be read because it was created by a newer version of itunes. What to do? Please Help Me.

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

  • I updated to itunes 11, uninstalled it according to directions, and  re-installed itunes 10.7.021 for windows 64bit.  Now Iget the message itunes library.itl cannot be read because it was created by an earlier version of itunes

    I updated my computer to Itune 11, did not like it, and uninstalled it exactly according to directions. I re-installed Itune10.7.021 for Windows 64bit, but now I keep getting the message "The file  itunes library.itl cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of itunes.  How can I resolve this problem?

    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

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