If you want to turn on automatic updates, check the “automatically keep my Mac up to date” box. And there is an update available click the Update Now button. If you are using macOS Mojave or later: Click System Preferences and Software Update.You can install updates automatically or manually. Updating macOS will also update the Photos app because Photos is an integral part of macOS.
Update your Mac, as this may resolve your problem. Your Pictures folder contains your photo library.
There are several options you can try to backup: Important: You may want to back up your photo library before you do anything. Photos for Mac lets you manage your photos and videos on your computer. Furthermore, after trying each step below, try to open Photos on your Mac again to see if you’ve fixed your issue. If you are having this problem, please try the steps below in order. This problem will prevent you from viewing, editing, or sharing your photos on your Mac. Sometimes, this message may say “Photos cannot find the System Photo Library named “Photos Library.photoslibrary”.