Cloud Computing Arrangements (Details) - Cloud-based Software Hosting Arrangements - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
Oct. 31, 2025	Oct. 31, 2024	Oct. 31, 2025	Oct. 31, 2024	Jan. 31, 2025
Capitalized Contract Cost [Line Items]
Capitalized software development costs	$ 371		$ 371		$ 327
Accumulated amortization	163		163		$ 136
Amortization	$ 11	$ 15	$ 31	$ 45

The aggregate amount of recurring noncash expense charged against earnings in the period to allocate the cost of assets over their estimated remaining economic lives.

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The carrying amount of capitalized computer software costs net of accumulated amortization as of the balance sheet date.

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Amount of accumulated amortization of asset recognized from cost incurred to obtain or fulfill contract with customer.

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