IPhoto 9.4.3 suddenly won't open unless it's updated

My iPhoto version shows in the Application folder as 9.4.3. I try to open it and get rerouted to the App Store to update it. When I try to update it I get a dialogue box that reads:
"This update is not available for this Apple ID either because it was bought by a different user or the item was refunded or cancelled."
The App Store shows an update is ready, but won't let me update. I tried to repurchase and the App Store won't resell it to me, only gives me the option of an update because I already have it installed. Then it won't update because it says I haven't yet bought it.
So far as I know, no other user bought it nor was it refunded or cancelled. It always opened until suddenly it didn't anymore.
What might have happened to the original iPhoto 9.4.3, and how would I get out of this loop where iPhoto won't open unless it's updated, the App Store has an update ready to install and won't let me have it or repurchase it?
I'd be grateful for any ideas that will stop this confusing cycle.
thanks.

Try the following:
1 - launch iPhoto with the Command+Option keys held down and rebuild the library.
2 - Run Option #4, Rebuild Database.
OT

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