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REVENUE RECOGNITION - Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended |
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Dec. 31, 2022 | Dec. 31, 2021
Revenue from Contract with Customer [Abstract] |  |
Sales recognized over time, as a percent of Consolidated Net Sales (less than) (as a percent) | 5.00% |
Accrued rebates | $ 400 | $ 327
Accounts receivables from customers | 3,581 | 2,896
Unbilled receivables | 233 | 187
Deferred revenue liabilities, included in other current liabilities | 489 | $ 395
Backlog of unsatisfied or partially satisfied obligations | $ 11,400 |
Backlog expected to be recognized in the next twelve months (as a percent) | 82.00% |

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