CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (Unaudited) (Parenthetical) (USD $)
In Millions, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified
Oct. 29, 2011
Jan. 29, 2011
Oct. 30, 2010
Balance Sheets Parenthetical [Abstract]      
Accumulated depreciation $ 3,035 $ 2,854 $ 2,911
Common stock, authorized 1,250 1,250 1,250
Common stock, par value per share $ 0.50 $ 0.50 $ 0.50
Common stock, issued and outstanding 213 237 237