I mess up Apple Photos.
Accidentally deleted the library and can't get into PHOTOS.
Created new one but the above message persist.
I have no back up, Don't need one anyway. But how do I resolve the above?
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Original Title: client requested library rebuild
Mac mini, macOS 15.6
Give this a try: boot into Safe Mode according to How to use safe mode on your Mac and try to create a new library. Reboot normally and try again.
NOTE 1: Safe Mode boot can take up to 3 - 5 minutes as it's doing the following;
• Verifies your startup disk and attempts to repair directory issues, if needed
• Loads only required kernel extensions (prevents 3rd party kernel/extensions from loading)
• Prevents Startup Items and Login Items from opening automatically
• Disables user-installed fonts
• Deletes font caches, kernel cache, and other system cache files
NOTE 2: if you have a wireless keyboard with rechargeable batteries connect it with its charging cable before booting into Safe Mode. This makes it act as a wired keyboard as will insure a successful boot into Safe Mode.
I'm not sure, but I think that the first thing I would try is to just delete the Photos Library.photoslibrary file in the Pictures folder. Then, if you double click on Photos, it should create a new Library, free and clear.
If that didn't work, I think I'd create a new Library by closing Photos and then option-clicking on the Photos icon.
If that didn't work, I do the Safe restart that Old Toad suggests. That's always a good thing to try.
How to resolve 'client requested library rebuild' error in Photos after deleting and creating a new library?
