When I first started programming, I think I got an error like that... (This may not be the the answer to your question, but i'll give it a shot.)
If you are using a console application, then this might be your problem: When you've name your project and clicked 'ok' it, it should pop with some window with a 'next >' button and a 'finish' button. Click the 'next >' button and you will come up with 'Application Settings'. Go to 'Additional Options' and change your choice to 'Empty Project'. (Again, I'm sorry if this doesn't work.)