Migration assistant won't accept Aperture upgrade code

After using Migration Assistant to transfer my files and programs to my new iMac, Aperture asks for a licence code; I entered the code associated with my Aperture 3 Upgrade pack but Aperture will not accept this and wants the original code for the earlier Aperture which is long gone - how do I get Aperture to work with the more recent upgade code?

how do I get Aperture to work with the more recent upgade code?
You need to procure an Aperture 2 licence code. The upgrade licence is only valid in combination with the original licence.
Contact Apple for a relacement serial number with a proof of purchase:
See this link: Pro Application Replacement Serial Numbers
Regards
Léonie

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