Setup couldn't detect game

[gilmar]

I tried to patch my game (without CC or mods) to the latest and an error came up, 'The Setup has detected that no version of the Sims 3 High End Loft is installed. The update requires a previous version of the application to be installed.'
I've already installed High-end Loft without a crack and it plays fine with the CD.
Also I am using non-original software.
How do I solve this problem?

[Madame Mim]

I could be wrong, but I'd say you follow instructions and do it again. Obviously there is something wrong with your HELS install. Remove it and try again.

[Gadget]

I too am getting the same error. I only have the original game patched to 1.8xxx and whenever I try to install either the patch 1.9 or even 1.10 I get the following error... Setup has determined that no version of the Sims 3 is installed. This update requires that a previous version of the application be installed. I disabled cc, removed the mods directory, and play from the dvd. Any ideas? Thanks for the help.