How to resolve 'iTunes Library file cannot be saved' error on Windows 10?

I am a Windows 10 user and when reinstalling ITunes I get the message: "The itunes Library file cannot be saved. you do not have enough access privileges for this operation". This come after previous meesage that the

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Posted on Mar 26, 2025 09:35 AM

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turingtest2

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Mar 26, 2025 12:56 PM in response to UKProblemWithIPADMini4

See Repair security permissions for iTunes for Windows - Apple Community.

It would help to know what the other error message was.

tt2

Mar 26, 2025 03:28 PM in response to UKProblemWithIPADMini4

Thank you tt2, for replying. I need to recreate first issue and will get back to you soonest. Probably tomorrow. Thanks for the quick response.

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