1967 C10 driver door latch issues

[Pinkdubai]

I replaced the door latch on my 1967 C10 to be able to key lock/unlock the door. Everything works fine unless I lock the door and then depress the door handle button. Depressing the button results in a latch release noise and then the door will not unlock. I took off the door cover and the latch Pawl is frozen in the upright position. I can force it down with a screwdriver, which allows the key to lock or unlock the door assuming I don’t depress the handle button to ensure it is locked. Appreciate any ideas you may have on this issue.