This is a well known and long standing issue with the Apple smart keyboard covers.
That keyboard cover may no longer be under warranty
Apple still makes this
Tap below.
https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MX3L2LL/A/smart-keyboard-for-ipad-9th-generation-us-english
You may need to purchase a new one with another year warranty.
OR
You may need to search online for your nearest, “local” Apple store location and call contact phone numbers and call to make an appointment to have your Apple iPad and keyboard cover diagnosed and options presented you.
Failing that,
You need to contact Apple support via the contact support link located at the upper right hand corner of every Webpage of these Apple support communities.
Use the Hardware Repair, Device Performance and/or Connectivity support categories.
OR
by installing and using the Apple Support app found in the iOS App Store.
Tap the iOS App Store link below.
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/apple-support/id1130498044
OR
Call contact Apple via the support numbers found in the link bekow.
Contact - How to Contact Us - Apple
Tap the link below.
https://www.apple.com/contact/
Best of Luck to You!