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@scherrit
It's worth remembering that all of these mtb type recessed cleat systems have more shoe/pedal interaction than road type systems.
Very easy for the shoe tread pattern to stop rotation hence stopping breakout. Also when the shoe tread wears down you can get rock from side to side as the tread no longer hits the pedal body.
Engaging the shoe and having look from the bottom will give you some clues- look for places that the sole lugs hit the pedal. There's no harm in using a sharp knife to trim the sole a bit if you need clearance- for example the slots may let you move the cleat a lot side to side but the sole stops you engaging.
Check which type/model of spd cleat you have- the multi release may suit you better?
Good luck,
Scherrit.