Goodwill And Intangible Assets (Goodwill) (Details) $ in Millions |
6 Months Ended |
|---|---|
|
Jan. 31, 2016
USD ($)
| |
| Goodwill [Line Items] | |
| Beginning Balance | $ 2,344 |
| Foreign currency translation adjustment | (26) |
| Ending Balance | 2,318 |
| Americas Simple Meals and Beverages [Member] | |
| Goodwill [Line Items] | |
| Beginning Balance | 775 |
| Foreign currency translation adjustment | (6) |
| Ending Balance | 769 |
| Global Biscuits and Snacks [Member] | |
| Goodwill [Line Items] | |
| Beginning Balance | 732 |
| Foreign currency translation adjustment | (20) |
| Ending Balance | 712 |
| Campbell Fresh [Member] | |
| Goodwill [Line Items] | |
| Beginning Balance | 837 |
| Foreign currency translation adjustment | 0 |
| Ending Balance | $ 837 |