Accounting for Share-Based Compensation 1 (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Recognized share-based compensation        
Share-based compensation expense before tax $ 23 $ 23 $ 65 $ 63
Income tax benefit (7) (7) (20) (20)
Net share-based compensation expense 16 16 45 43
Costs of Licensing and Maintenance [Member]        
Recognized share-based compensation        
Share-based compensation expense before tax 2 1 4 3
Cost of Professional Services [Member]        
Recognized share-based compensation        
Share-based compensation expense before tax 1 1 3 3
Selling and Marketing [Member]        
Recognized share-based compensation        
Share-based compensation expense before tax 8 8 23 22
General and Administrative [Member]        
Recognized share-based compensation        
Share-based compensation expense before tax 8 8 21 20
Product Development and Enhancements [Member]        
Recognized share-based compensation        
Share-based compensation expense before tax $ 4 $ 5 $ 14 $ 15