The file "iTunes Library" cannot be read because it was created by a newer.

Hi experts,
I wonder if someone out there can help me? I had a bit of a problem with my new iMAC and it had to go for a quick fix. Nothing was lost during the fix, no music, no photos, no programs, but when I now open iTunes I get the message
+The file "iTunes Library" cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes.+
Can anyone help me fix it so that I can open iTunes please?
Thanks
Martin

Click on the item in the Finder's sidebar named Music, rename the iTunes folder inside when iTunes isn't running, launch iTunes, and drag it into the open iTunes window. This won't preserve playlists or other metadata.
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