Rationalization Charges (Narrative) (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2010	Feb. 01, 2009 Location
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Approximate number of US stores the Company will no longer pursue to open that were apart of new store pipeline		50
Number of underperforming US stores closed		15
Rationalization charges	$ 146	$ 951
Facility Closing [Member]
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Approximate number of positions eliminated		5,000
Restructured Support Functions [Member]
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Approximate number of positions eliminated		2,000