This error message usually indicates that you are trying to open an Android project in IntelliJ IDEA (or Android Studio) that was created with a newer version of the Android Support plugin, but you are using an older version of the plugin.
To fix this error, you will need to update the Android Support plugin to the latest version. Here's how to do it:
In IntelliJ IDEA (or Android Studio), go to File > Settings (or Preferences on macOS).
In the Settings window, go to Plugins.
In the Plugins window, search for "Android Support".
Click the Update button next to the Android Support plugin.
Restart IntelliJ IDEA (or Android Studio) to apply the changes.
After updating the plugin, you should be able to open the project without any issues.