Door locking conundrum...

I have a new to me 2011 cr-z ex, I’ve searched around and haven’t seen my issue addressed but point me in the right direction if it has been covered

Who likes riddles? I’ve got good one for you.🤷🏻‍♂️
My driver door opens and closes as normal until I lock and unlock it. Then it acts as if it’s still locked.

What I know/have tried so far:

• Oiled/greased all parts

• Replaced the locking mechanism
• Had everything apart multiple times
• Will only unlatch after I put a flathead and push down on the locking mechanism inside the latch itself

Is it possible that it’s not getting a signal to release the lock or something? I’m honestly stumped at what to even try next to fix it.

Thanks in advance!